Lifting & Transportation Trainee (Knoxville)

Barnhart Crane & Rigging • Knoxville, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

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

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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED