Sales Technician

Barnhart; Cedar Rapids, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) with company match up to 10%

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Barnhart is seeking a Project Sales Technician to provide technical support for lifting, rigging and heavy transportation projects. You will work with sales, engineering and operations to conduct site visits, develop lift plans and validate project requirements, guiding safe and practical solutions from field to office.

Travel is local and regionally focused as projects demand. The role blends hands-on field work with documentation tasks, requiring strong crane/rigging know-how, problem-solving,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years in crane and rigging, heavy lift, construction, or related field.
• Strong understanding of lifting principles, equipment capabilities, and safety.
• Experience developing lift plans and technical project docs.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant software.
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and assessments to evaluate scope, site conditions, equipment needs, and execution considerations.
• Develop lift plans and technical documentation to support planning and execution.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering and operations to craft safe lifting solutions.
• Identify project risks and assist planning for successful execution.
• Provide technical input for estimates, equipment selection, scheduling and resources.
• Contribute technical docs and project details for proposals and presentations.
• Coordinate with operations and field teams to align plans with available assets.
• Maintain accurate project docs, site assessments, and technical records.
• Participate in customer meetings as a technical SME and support discussions.
• Promote a strong safety focus in all planning and activities.

Skills

Crane & rigging

Lift planning

Site evaluations

Project documentation

Safety compliance

Communication

MS Office / technical software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/engineering education (preferred)

Tools

Lift planning software

Job description

Position Summary: The Project Sales Technician provides technical support for complex lifting, rigging, and heavy transportation projects. Working closely with sales, engineering, and operations teams, this role conducts site evaluations, develops lift plans, validates project requirements, and helps design safe and effective project solutions.

This position combines field and office work and is ideal for individuals with crane, rigging, heavy lift, construction, or industrial experience who enjoy solving technical challenges and collaborating across teams.

Travel Requirements: Travel includes local jobsite visits and occasional regional project support.

Key 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.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in crane and rigging, heavy lift, construction, industrial services, or a 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical, engineering, construction management, or trade school education.
• Experience with lift planning software.
• Experience supporting complex industrial, infrastructure, or heavy construction projects.
• Familiarity with project estimating, engineering coordination, or transportation planning.

Barnhart Offers

• Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus program
• 401(k) with company match up to 10%
• Comprehensive benefits package including insurance and paid time off
• Opportunity to grow your career with a supportive and team-oriented culture

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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