Crane Operator

Woodruff Construction, Inc.

Waterloo (IA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 47,000

Full time

17 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Main working hours 7:00-3:30
Career-advancement programs
Company-sponsored outings and events
100% Employee Owned
Tuition reimbursement and continuing教育

Job summary

Woodruff Construction, Inc. seeks a qualified Crane Operator to join our team in Waterloo, IA. You will operate lattice boom crawler cranes, hydraulic rough terrain cranes, and hydraulic truck cranes on regional projects, ensuring safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have crane operation experience, with NCCCO certification preferred and CDL within 60–90 days of employment. We offer employee-owned benefits and strong career advancement opportunities within a family-focused environment.

Qualifications

  • Clean safety record with focus on crane operations.
  • Experience safely operating lattice boom crawler cranes, hydraulic rough terrain cranes, and hydraulic truck cranes.
  • NCCCO certification preferred; CDL license within 60–90 days of employment if not already held.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate lattice boom crawler cranes on assigned sites.
  • Operate hydraulic rough terrain cranes as required by project schedule.
  • Operate hydraulic truck cranes when needed for load handling.
  • Perform daily crane inspections and safety checks; report any issues.

Skills

Crane operation
NCCCO cert
CDL license

Tools

CDL license
NCCCO cert

Job description

Why you should join our team:
Do you want to be an employee-owner? Woodruff Construction is a 100% employee-owned and family-focused commercial construction general contractor with over 70 years of experience. Woodruff provides a dynamic environment where each individual is challenged to be his or her best, and we are continually searching for goal-driven candidates to join our team. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and encourage those with a wide range of backgrounds to inquire about our job opportunities.

We serve the regions of Ames, Fort Dodge, Iowa City, Waterloo and Spencer, and are driven by our strong Core Values:

  • FAMILY comes first
  • SERVICE to others
  • PURPOSE in everything we do
  • DEPENDABILITY to do what's right
  • ENJOYMENT of our work

The Woodruff Difference:
We offer a variety of unique perks for our employee-owners:

  • Main working hours of 7:00-3:30 Monday-Friday
  • Most jobsites stay within a 70-mile radius of your region
  • Career-advancement programs
  • Company-sponsored outings and events

How Will You Build Your Future With Us?
Woodruff is seeking qualified applicants who are reliable, hard-working team players to filla full-time Crane Operator rolein Waterloo , IA area. Ideal candidates have experience safely operating lattice boom crawler cranes, hydraulic rough terrain cranes, and hydraulic truck cranes. NCCCO certified preferred to obtainable within ninety (90) days of employment. CDL license or CDL obtainable within sixty (60) days of employment.

Benefits:
At Woodruff, we attribute our success to the investment and retention of our quality employees. Woodruff values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Competitive pay with weekly direct deposit
  • Work/Life balance – paid time off, holidays, volunteer time off, parental leave, and bereavement
  • 100% Employee Owned, you can become an employee-owner after only one year of service!
  • Competitive benefits – including medical, dental and vision, flexible spending account, and disability
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education
  • Personalized career path
  • Employee assistance program

Job Type: Full-time

** An Equal Opportunity Employer, Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 515-232-4535 x224
Email: sarao@woodruffcompanies.com
Woodruff Construction participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I--9 Form information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please view the poster here .
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