Lift Planning Technician — Field & Office

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) with company match

Benefits package

Career growth

Job summary

BARNHART CRANE & RIGGING is seeking a Project Sales Technician to provide technical support for lifting, rigging, and heavy transportation projects. You’ll conduct site evaluations, develop lift plans, validate project requirements, and collaborate across sales, engineering, and operations to design safe, effective solutions.

This role blends field and office work, ideal for those with crane/rigging, heavy lift, or construction experience who enjoy solving technical challenges and cross-team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of crane and rigging, heavy lift, construction, industrial services, or related field.
• Strong understanding of lifting and rigging principles, equipment capabilities, and jobsite safety considerations.
• Experience developing lift plans and technical project documentation.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant technical software applications.
• Ability to perform jobsite evaluations, including outdoor work and climbing when necessary.
• Ability to pass a fit-for-duty examination.
• Willingness to travel locally and occasionally regionally as project needs require.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and project assessments to evaluate scope, site conditions, equipment requirements, and execution considerations.
• Develop lift plans and technical documentation to support project planning and execution.
• Partner with sales, engineering, and operations teams to develop safe, practical, and innovative lifting and transportation solutions.
• Identify potential project risks and support planning efforts to ensure successful execution.
• Provide technical input for project estimates, equipment selection, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Contribute technical documentation and project details for customer proposals and presentations.
• Coordinate with operations and field teams to align project plans with available equipment, personnel, and resources.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, site assessments, and technical records.
• Participate in customer meetings and site discussions as a technical subject matter resource.
• Promote a strong commitment to safety throughout all project planning and execution activities.

Skills

Crane and rigging

Project planning

Site evaluation

Technical documentation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Field travel

Education

High school diploma

Trade school / technical education

Engineering/Construction management exposure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lift planning software

Job description

BARNHART CRANE & RIGGING is seeking a Project Sales Technician to provide technical support for lifting, rigging, and heavy transportation projects. You’ll conduct site evaluations, develop lift plans, validate project requirements, and collaborate across sales, engineering, and operations to design safe, effective solutions.

This role blends field and office work, ideal for those with crane/rigging, heavy lift, or construction experience who enjoy solving technical challenges and cross-team