Operator Derrickboat

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; Fountain City (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Wisconsin is hiring for a crane barge operator responsible for directing the handling and site-placement of dredged material and for maintenance or repair of lock and dam structures.

This role involves operating vessel machinery and crane equipment to ensure safe, efficient work on waterways, with responsibilities including boom operation, material placement, and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operates levers controlling the raising and lowering of the boom.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

About the Position: Primary assignment is to cranebarge duty, directing the handling and site-placement of dredged material or performing maintenance and/or repair to lock and dam structures with responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the crane and vessel machinery.

Key Responsibilities

Operates levers controlling the raising and lowering of the boom.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $41.85 – $48.81/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-06.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.