Crane Operator — Local Heavy Lift Specialist

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Permanent full-time

401(k) match 10%

Insurance after 90 days

Paid time off

Barnhart CARES community service

Leading equipment

Growth opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging is seeking a Crane Operator to join a nationwide team delivering heavy lifting and rigging services. This role offers local work with opportunities to gain experience across equipment, from boom trucks to 600-ton cranes.

You will perform daily lifting operations, support crane assembly and rigging, and contribute to projects across plants, wind farms, and heavy haul operations. A strong safety mindset and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A and NCCCO certifications required.
• Strong commitment to safety and clear on-site communication.
• Preferred: experience operating AT, hydraulic, or boom truck cranes.
• TWIC card preferred.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for field work.
• Ability to work day/night shifts, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

CDL Class A

NCCCO certification(s)

Safety-focused communication

Willingness to travel

Tools

TWIC card

AT/ Hydraulic/ Boom crane experience

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 (truck cranes, RT, AT, lattice boom crawlers, and more). In this role, you will:

• Operate cranes ranging from boom trucks to 350-ton equipment

• Perform daily lifting operations, primarily running cranes

• Support crane assembly, rigging, and heavy haul projects

• Work across plants, commericial projects, 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 RT, AT, hydraulic, lattice boom crawler, or boom truck cranes

• Experience in rigging or heavy haul operations

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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