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Crane Operator

Woodruff Construction
Spencer, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/23/2026 CLOSED ON 9/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crane Operator position at Woodruff Construction?



    

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 65 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 60-mile radius in your region
  • $500 stay-on bonus after 60 days
  • 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 fill
a full-time Crane Operator role in Spencer, IA. 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
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education
  • Personalized career path
  • Employee assistance program

Job Type: Full-time

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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