Lifting and Transportation Trainee (Heavy Haul)

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Health, dental, vision insurance after

Paid time off

Long-term career growth

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Barnhart is seeking a Lifting & Transportation Trainee to start a structured, two-year training program designed to build skills from the ground up in the crane and rigging industry.

You will rotate through shop, yard, and field operations, gaining hands-on crane and heavy transport experience, while supporting projects across energy, construction, and infrastructure sectors. Training begins on-site in Memphis with potential travel after completion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn and grow.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in a hands-on, technical environment.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full training program.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 2-year rotational training program across shop, yard, and field operations.
• Gain hands-on experience with cranes, rigging equipment, and heavy transport systems.
• Support real-world projects across energy, construction, and infrastructure industries.
• Build technical skills in a fast-paced, safety-driven environment.
• Work on-site in Memphis for the first few months with travel opportunities after training.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Desire to learn and grow

Good interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work safely in a hands-on,技

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join a Team That Builds, Lifts, and Moves America

At Barnhart, we don’t just move equipment - we solve complex challenges that power industries across the country. As a Lifting & Transportation Trainee, you’ll enter a structured program designed to build your skills from the ground up and launch a long‑term career in the crane and rigging industry.

What You’ll Do

This role is designed to give you full exposure to Barnhart operations, making it an ideal entry point for someone who wants to grow into a long‑term career in heavy lift and transport. In this role, you will:

• 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
• Learn to support real-world projects across industries such as energy, construction, and infrastructure
• Build technical skills in a fast-paced, safety-driven environment
• Work on-site in Memphis for the first few months with the opportunity for travel work after initial training

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

Required

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn and grow
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work safely in a hands-on, technical environment
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full training program

Preferred

• Mechanical aptitude or background (shop, equipment, etc.)
• Interest in cranes, rigging, or heavy equipment

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.

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