Crane Operator

Barnhart Crane & Rigging • Cedar Rapids, IA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

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 a Crane Operator, you’ll play a key role in high-impact projects while building a long-term career with a national industry leader. This role offers a mix of consistent local work with opportunities to gain experience across multiple pieces of equipment (AT, hydraulic cranes, and more ). In this role, you will: 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

Requirements

• CDL Class A
• NCCCO certification(s)
• Strong commitment to safety and communication on job sites

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating AT, hydraulic, or boom truck cranes
• Experience in rigging or heavy haul operations
• TWIC card

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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed