Crane Operator

Barnhart; Cedar Rapids, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) match

Health insurance after 90 days

Paid time off

Job summary

Barnhart is seeking a Crane Operator to join a safety-first, team-driven company that builds, lifts, and moves America. This full-time local role in Cedar Rapids offers hands-on experience with equipment ranging from boom trucks to 600-ton cranes on varied projects across plants, wind farms, and local heavy-haul work.

You will perform daily lifting, assist with rigging, and support transport activities while maintaining load control and clear site communication.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A required and NCCCO certification essential.
• Strong commitment to safety and effective site communication.
• TWIC card preferred; willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes ranging from boom trucks to 600-ton equipment.
• Perform daily lifting operations and crane operations.
• Support crane assembly, rigging, and heavy haul projects.
• Work across plants, wind farms, and local taxi jobs.
• Assist with transport operations including trucks, trailers, and specialized equipment.
• Maintain load control and communicate with rigging crews to ensure safe lifts.

Skills

Safety-first culture

Strong communication

Travel readiness

Team-oriented

Flexibility

Education

CDL Class A

NCCCO certification

TWIC card

Tools

Cranes: AT, hydraulic, boom truck

Job description

Join a Team That Builds, Lifts, and Moves America

At Barnhart, we don’t just lift heavy loads - we solve complex challenges across industries. As aCrane Operator, you’ll play a key role in high-impact projects while building a long-term career with a nationalindustry leader.

What You’ll Do

This role offers a mix of consistent local work with opportunities to gain experience acrossmultiple pieces of equipment (AT, hydraulic cranes, and more).

• Operate cranes ranging from boom trucks to 600-ton equipment

• Perform daily lifting operations, primarily running cranes

• Support crane assembly, rigging, and heavy haul projects

• Work across plants, wind farms, and local taxi jobs

• Assist with transport operations including trucks, trailers, and specialized equipment

• Help ensure safe lifting through load control and communication with rigging crews

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

What You Bring

Required:

• CDL Class A

• NCCCO certification(s)

• Strong commitment to safety and communication on job sites

Preferred:

• Experience operating AT, hydraulic, or boom truck cranes

• Experience in rigging or heavy haul operations

• TWIC card

Additional Expectations:

• Ability to work day/night shifts, weekends, or holidays as needed

• Willingness to travel occasionally for field work

Work Environment

• Monday-Friday with40+ hours per week, with potential for overtime

• Primarilylocal work, with project-based variability

• Outdoor, active job sites across multiple industries

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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