Launch your career in transportation and logistics with an industry leader!
Position Summary: Barnhart Crane & Rigging is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator Trainee to join our team. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone interested in transportation, heavy equipment, logistics, or operations management. Through hands-on training and mentorship, you'll gain valuable industry experience while supporting the safe and efficient movement of specialized equipment across the country.
Job-Type: Full-Time
Location: This is a fully onsite position located in Memphis, TN. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for this role.
Why Join Barnhart?
- Comprehensive hands-on training and mentorship
- Exposure to the transportation, heavy-haul, and crane & rigging industries
- Career growth opportunities within a nationwide organization
- Collaborative team environment focused on learning and professional development
- Opportunity to play a key role in supporting major industrial and infrastructure projects
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate transportation logistics for Barnhart's fleet of cranes, forklifts, hoists, gantries, and other specialized equipment
- Assist with load planning, scheduling, and shipment coordination
- Learn and apply federal, state, and local transportation regulations
- Utilize logistics and transportation management software to support daily operations
- Communicate with drivers, internal teams, and vendors to ensure timely and efficient deliveries
- Support project execution through detailed planning and coordination
- Develop a strong understanding of the heavy-haul transportation and crane industry
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn
- Basic computer proficiency and comfort learning new software
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Barnhart Offers
- $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Full-time position
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
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.
EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented approach and willingness to learn
- Basic computer proficiency and comfort learning new software
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Barnhart Crane & Rigging Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits feature a standout 401(k) match that compares favorably to typical offerings. Feedback suggests this element meaningfully elevates total compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Feedback suggests the quality of health insurance is a recurring bright spot.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Bonuses are portrayed positively and are part of the total rewards mix. Feedback suggests incentive opportunities add perceived value beyond base pay.
Barnhart Crane & Rigging Insights
What We Do
Since 1969, Barnhart Crane & Rigging has been providing innovative solutions to complex lifting and transportation challenges faced by heavy industry – from power generation to petrochemical to renewable energy, and beyond. Today with 56 branches across the U.S., Barnhart has one of the strongest equipment networks in the nation. Barnhart's network gives customers the flexibility of accessing a nationwide equipment inventory. Because all of the branches are part of the same system, customers are never limited to the equipment at a single location. Each of Barnhart's branches has access to a long list of "cool tools" including PSTe Goldhofer trailers, cranes 15 to 1,760 tons, slide systems, strand-jacks, and the Modular Lift Tower. Contact us today and let us find the right tool for you.
