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Crane Operator

United Contractors, Inc.
Johnston, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2026


    

GENERAL INFO

Job Type: Full-time

Minimum Years of Experience: 3 years

Minimum Education Required: High School/GED

Salary Range: Based on experience and location

Locations: Des Moines, IA; and various other job locations throughout the Midwest.

COMPANY INFO

United Contractors, Inc. is an Iowa-based highway construction company with over 50 years of experience in the industry.  Our primary focus is bridge construction, barrier rail, retaining walls, demolition, and materials recycling.  Our Subsidiary company is involved in concrete sawing, core drilling, and joint sealing (All Concrete Cutting Co.).

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are currently expanding our business, and seek experienced and seasoned crane operators to join our company on a project in the Des Moines, IA area.  Current projects are located in Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota.

Successful applicants should be able to: safely operate friction and/or hydraulic lattice boom cranes and other equipment, such as excavators, dozers, and skid loaders; follow safety rules; work with a positive attitude; have a driver's license; lift up to 50 pounds regularly; drive piling; use a clam bucket or drag-line effectively; and perform daily maintenance of cranes. A CDL and OSHA 10-Hour certification are preferred but not required. In addition, applicants should be NCCCO-qualified or be able to become qualified. Applicants must be willing to travel, as the job requires.

BENEFITS

Comprehensive insurance includes dental, short-term disability, health, life, prescription, and vision.  EMPLOYEE COVERAGE IS FREE after 2 months of service, and families may be added at a low premium. Other benefits include employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), 401k, year-end bonuses, training expenses and on-the job training, holiday and vacation pay, per diem, military and funeral leave, among other benefits.

Signing bonus of $1,500 available after 6 months of employment. 

CAREER PATH

Typical hires include laborers, carpenters, crane operators, truck drivers, mechanics, project managers, estimators, and field superintendents.  We strongly encourage promotion from within our ranks, and are therefore keen on providing you the tools for your own personal and professional growth.

If interested in joining our team,  apply for immediate consideration or call Ashley at 515-276-6162. Visit www.unitedcontractors.net for more information about our company.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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Salary : $1,500

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