Crane Operator

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for above-scale pay

Career stability and growth

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging is seeking experienced operators in Columbia, SC. You will operate a wide range of cranes and support daily operations while ensuring a strong commitment to safety and teamwork. The position offers competitive pay, opportunities for overtime, and a supportive team culture focused on long-term growth.

Must have NCCCO Certification and CDL Class A. Join us for a rewarding career in a high-demand field with a consistent pipeline of work and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• NCCCO Certification required to operate cranes.
• CDL Class A license is necessary.
• Experience operating various cranes is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of cranes ranging from 3-ton to 450-ton.
• Support daily operations, including transport and setup.
• Perform Job Hazard Analyses and follow safety protocols.
• Maintain equipment readiness for safe crane operations.
• Assist in driving semi trucks to job sites.

Skills

Crane operation

Teamwork

Safety commitment

Reliability

Education

NCCCO Certification

CDL Class A

Tools

Cranes

Semi trucks

Job description

Schedule: Monday–Friday, with seasonal overtime and on-call opportunities
Type: Full-Time

You’ll operate a wide range of cranes and heavy equipment while working alongside an experienced crew that takes pride in doing the job right.

What You’ll Do

• Operate a variety of cranes ranging from 3-ton spider cranes to 450-ton boom trucks
• Support daily operations including equipment transport, setup, and inspections
• Perform Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) and follow strict safety protocols
• Work closely with dispatch and team members to complete assigned job tickets
• Assist with driving semi trucks and moving equipment to job sites
• Execute primarily day-trade jobs (approx. 70%), with opportunities to support larger project work
• Maintain equipment readiness and ensure safe, efficient crane operations

What Makes This Role Stand Out

• Consistent pipeline of work with a strong local presence
• Comprehensive benefits
• Opportunity to work on diverse equipment—rare variety in one role
• Career stability and long-term growth in a respected company
• Team-focused environment with a strong safety culture

What You Bring

• NCCCO Certification (required)
• CDL Class A (required)
• Experience operating cranes (variety of experience welcome)
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and reliability
• Willingness to support team needs with a “do what it takes” mindset

Note: If you have your NCCCO and CDL-A, we want to hear from you—even if your experience level varies.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Typical hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Monday–Friday)
• 30–60 hours/week depending on season
• On-call rotation required
• Majority of work based locally (~90% in/around the branch)
• Occasional travel to support customer jobs and projects

Compensation

• Opportunity for above-scale pay based on experience and qualifications
• Weekly pay
• Overtime opportunities based on workload (not guaranteed)

Why Join Us?

If you’re looking for more than just a job—this is a chance to build a career with a company that values your skills, invests in safety, and offers long‑term stability in a high‑demanda field.

PURPOSE –

Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.

MINDS OVER MATTER –

Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy‑rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.

NETWORK –

Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest networks of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.

CULTURE –

Barnhart has a strong team culture — the “One TEAM.” We are looking for smart, hard‑working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

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