Crane Operator

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Spring Dale (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full-time

401(k) match

Health/dental/vision after 90 days

Paid time off

Career growth

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging is hiring a Crane Operator in the United States. This role offers local work with exposure to various equipment including AT, hydraulic cranes, and more.

You will perform daily lifting operations, assist with rigging, and support heavy haul projects across multiple sites, emphasizing safety and clear communication with rigging crews. We offer a competitive pay structure with weekly pay, a full-time permanent role, 401(k) with company match, and benefits after 90 days,

Qualifications

• CDL Class A is required.
• NCCCO certifications are required or preferred.

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.

Skills

CDL Class A

NCCCO certification(s)

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 (AT, hydraulic cranes, and more).

• 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

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:

• CDL Class A
• NCCCO 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

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

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.

MIND OVER MATTER

MIND 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

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

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.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran