Crane Operator

Thecentermemphis; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with company match (up to 10%)

Health/Dental/Vision after 90 days

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Barnhart is seeking a Crane Operator in Memphis to join a team that handles heavy lifting across industries. You will operate a 300-ton+ truck crane, perform daily lifts, and assist with maintenance and transport operations.

This permanent, full-time role offers a safety-first culture, competitive pay, a 40+ hour work week, and opportunities for overtime, travel, and long-term career growth at a national leader in lifting and heavy transport.

Qualifications

• NCCCO certification(s): LBT/LBC is required.
• Strong commitment to safety and clear communication on job sites.
• Experience operating AT, hydraulic, or boom truck cranes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 300-ton+ truck crane in the yard.
• Perform daily lifting operations and load testing.
• Support crane preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Assist with transport operations including trucks, trailers, and specialized equipment.
• Maintain forklifts and other supportive equipment.
• Help ensure safe lifting through load control and communication with rigging crews.

Skills

NCCCO LBT/LBC

Safety & communication

Crane operation experience

Job description

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.

What You’ll Do

This role offers a mix of consistent local work with opportunities to gain experience across multiple pieces of equipment. In this role, you will:

• Operate a 300-ton+ truck crane in the yard
• Perform daily lifting operations and load testing
• Support crane preventative and corrective maintenance
• Assist with transport operations including trucks, trailers, and specialized equipment
• Maintain forklifts and other supportive equipment
• Help ensure safe lifting through load control and communication with rigging crews

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive Pay + Weekly Pay Schedule
• Permanent, full-time role
• 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
• Join a company with a strong safety-first, team-driven culture

What You Bring

Required:

• NCCCO certification(s): LBT/LBC
• 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

Additional Expectations:

• Ability to work day/night shifts, weekends, or holidays as needed
• Willingness to travel occasionally for field work

Work Environment

• Monday–Friday with 40+ hours per week, with potential for overtime
• Primarily local work, with project-based variability
• Outdoor, active job sites across multiple industries

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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