Heavy Lift & Transport Trainee: Rotational Career Path

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

401(k)

Health benefits after 90 days

Paid time off

Care and community service

Industry-leading equipment

Growth opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging in Memphis is seeking a Lifting & Transportation Trainee to join a structured two-year rotational program across shop, yard, and field operations. You will gain hands-on exposure to cranes and heavy transport systems while supporting real-world projects in energy, construction, and infrastructure.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, learning, and long-term career growth in a team-focused, safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn and grow are essential.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills are important.
• Ability to work safely in a hands-on, technical environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 2-year rotational training program across shop, yard, and field operations.
• Gain hands-on experience working with cranes, rigging equipment, and heavy transport systems.
• Rotate through areas like fabrication, load testing, and job site operations (3–6 months per rotation).
• Learn to support real-world projects across industries such as energy, construction, and infrastructure.
• Build technical skills in a fast-paced, safety-driven environment.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Desire to learn and grow

Good interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Barnhart Crane & Rigging in Memphis is seeking a Lifting & Transportation Trainee to join a structured two-year rotational program across shop, yard, and field operations. You will gain hands-on exposure to cranes and heavy transport systems while supporting real-world projects in energy, construction, and infrastructure.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, learning, and long-term career growth in a team-focused, safety-first culture.