Crane Operator - 3736

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an established industry leader specializing in lifting and heavy rigging. This role involves assembling and installing rigging equipment, ensuring safety in operations, and leading by example. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and safety, you'll be part of a culture that values servant leadership and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have a CDL, NCCCO certification, and a commitment to excellence. If you're ready to take on challenges in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must pass drug test and fit for duty test.
• CDL Class A or B and NCCCO certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install rigging and hoist gear for heavy loads.
• Control movements of heavy equipment in confined spaces.
• Test rigging for safety and reliability before use.

Skills

Communication Skills

Reasoning Ability

Rigging

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma

CDL – CLASS A OR B

NCCCO Certification

TWIC Certification

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Rigging Equipment

Job description

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.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Assembles and installs supporting structures, rigging, hoist, and pulling gear.
2. Attaches load to rigging to provide support or prepare for moving using hand and power tools.
3. Connects pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures with bolts, shackles, and clamps.
4. Cleans and dresses machine and surfaces of component parts.
5. Controls movements of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.
6. Dismantles, maintains, and stores rigging equipment.
7. Manipulates rigging lines and hoist to move or support materials, steel, concrete, etc.
8. Selects gear, shackles, and cables according to load size, facilities, and work schedule.
9. Signals or gives verbal directions to workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
10. Tests rigging to ensure safety and reliability before engaging in hoisting or lifting.
11. Supervisory Responsibilities: Ability to respectfully confront people when needed and lead through example.
12. Must pass drug test, fit for duty test, and background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Communication Skills
• Reasoning Ability

Licenses:

• CDL – CLASS A OR B
• NCCCO
• TWIC

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran