Heavy Haul Foreman

Barnhart Crane & Rigging • Memphis, TN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• CDL Class A license
• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay + Weekly Pay Schedule
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed