Crane Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Union pay

Comprehensive benefits

Career stability and growth

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging in Kingsport, TN is seeking a full-time crane operator to handle various types of cranes from 3-ton spider cranes to 450-ton boom trucks. This role offers a stable career with a strong local presence and union pay, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Ideal candidates must hold an NCCCO Certification and CDL Class A license. You will support daily operations and adhere to strict safety protocols in a team-focused, safety-driven environment.

Qualifications

• NCCCO Certification is required to operate cranes.
• Must have a valid CDL Class A license.
• Experience with various types of cranes is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes from 3-ton to 450-ton capacity.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses and follow safety protocols.
• Assist with transporting equipment to job sites.
• Maintain equipment readiness for safe operations.

Skills

NCCCO Certification

CDL Class A

Experience operating cranes

Commitment to safety

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

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

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
• Union pay + 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

• Union pay scale
• 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-demand field.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran