Heavy Haul Foreman

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) with company match

Health insurance after 90 days

Paid time off

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging is seeking a Heavy Haul Foreman to lead field crews in transporting some of the largest loads across North America. You will coordinate specialized equipment, oversee daily schedules, and ensure all operations meet safety and quality standards on complex transport projects.

The role requires 5+ years in heavy haul or related fields, strong leadership, and the ability to travel frequently.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in heavy-haul, transportation, construction, rigging, or heavy equipment operations.
• Previous leadership, crew lead, or foreman experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to coordinate personnel, equipment, and schedules in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel frequently.
• CDL-A license or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise crews supporting heavy haul and specialized transportation operations.
• Coordinate movement of over-dimensional and super loads to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Plan and oversee daily work activities, manpower, equipment utilization, and project schedules.
• Collaborate with project leadership to resolve operational challenges affecting productivity or scheduling.
• Support loading, transporting, unloading, and positioning heavy components/equipment.
• Inspect equipment and ensure trailers and securement systems are safe and effective.
• Lead daily planning meetings and communicate expectations to crews.
• Maintain project documentation, inspections, and compliance throughout transports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Willingness to travel

Education

CDL-A license

Job description

Join a Team That Builds, Lifts, and Moves America

At Barnhart, we specialize in transporting some of the largest and most complex loads in North America. As a Heavy Haul Foreman, you'll lead crews responsible for executing critical transportation projects, coordinating specialized equipment, and ensuring oversized loads move safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This is an opportunity for a proven leader who thrives in the field, enjoys solving complex logistical challenges, and wants to play a key role in some of the industry's most unique transport projects.

What You’ll Do

This role combines leadership, logistics, heavy haul operations, and field execution, making it ideal for someone who wants to take ownership of complex transportation projects from start to finish. In this role, you will:

• Lead and supervise crews supporting heavy haul and specialized transportation operations.
• Coordinate the movement of over-dimensional and super loads, ensuring projects are completed safely and efficiently.
• Plan and oversee daily work activities, manpower needs, equipment utilization, and project schedules.
• Work closely with project leadership to identify and resolve operational challenges that impact productivity or scheduling.
• Support loading, transporting, unloading, and positioning of heavy components and equipment.
• Conduct inspections and ensure all transportation equipment, trailers, and securement systems are operating safely and effectively.
• Lead daily planning meetings and communicate expectations, work plans, and safety requirements to crews.
• Maintain project documentation, inspections, and compliance requirements throughout each transport operation.

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
• Lead crews responsible for transporting some of the largest loads in the country.
• Be involved in complex projects requiring specialized trailers, heavy haul equipment, and detailed execution.
• Work alongside experienced operators, drivers, riggers, and project teams.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership growth.
• Join a company recognized as an industry leader in heavy transport and specialized logistics.

Required

• Strong commitment to safe equipment operation
• 5+ years of experience in heavy haul, transportation, construction, rigging, or heavy equipment operations.
• Previous leadership, crew lead, or foreman experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to coordinate personnel, equipment, and schedules in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel frequently
• CDL-A, or ability to obtain

Preferred

• Heavy haul, oversize load, or specialized transportation experience.
• Knowledge of heavy lift equipment, hydraulic trailers, Goldhofer systems, SPMTs, or related transport equipment.
• Experience with route planning, load securement, and transport logistics.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and transportation best practices.

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 reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in North American industry.

NETWORK

Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry’s strongest networks of talent and resources with over 70 branch locations across North America 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.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran