Crane Operator

About the role

Join a Team That Builds, Lifts, and Moves America At Barnhart, we don’t just lift heavy loads — we solve complex challenges across industries. As a Crane Operator, you’ll play a key role in high-impact projects while building a long-term career with a national industry leader.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes ranging from boom trucks to 600-ton equipment
• Perform daily lifting operations, primarily running cranes
• Support crane assembly, rigging, and heavy haul projects
• Work across plants, wind farms, and local taxi jobs
• Assist with transport operations including trucks, trailers, and specialized equipment
• Help ensure safe lifting through load control and communication with rigging crews

Requirements

• CDL Class A
• NCCO certification(s)
• Strong commitment to safety and communication on job sites

Preferred Experience

• Operating AT, hydraulic, or boom truck cranes
• Experience in rigging or heavy haul operations
• TWIC card

Additional Expectations

• Ability to work day/night shifts, weekends, or holidays as needed
• Willingness to travel occasionally for field work
• Primarily local work, with project-based variability
• Outdoor, active job sites across multiple industries

Pay

Competitive Pay + Weekly Pay Schedule

Schedule

Permanent, full-time role

Benefits

• 401(k) program with company match up to 10% of pay
• Family medical, dental and vision insurance is available after 90 days of employment
• Paid time off and other benefits
• Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading equipment
• Long-term growth opportunities

Culture

Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.