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Third Class Operating Engineer Jobs in Waterloo, IA

VIVA USA INC

Manufacturing Engineer

Waterloo, IA · On-site

$68K - $87K/yr

Operating in a team environment, you will collaborate closely with other engineers, supervisors ... This position will work either 2nd shift (3 : 30 pm to Midnight) or 3rd shift (10 : 30 pm to 7 am ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Manufacturing Engineer

Waterloo, IA · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Operating in a team environment, you will collaborate closely with other engineers, supervisors ... third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone ...

Three Point Solutions

Manufacturing Engineer

Waterloo, IA · On-site

$40 - $43/hr

... 3rd (10:30 PM - 7:00 AM) Job Summary Manufacturing Engineer supporting foundry and assembly ... Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and operators * Drive process improvements and production ...

Three Point Solutions

Manufacturing Engineer II

Waterloo, IA · On-site

$72K - $92K/yr

... PM-12:00 AM OR 3rd Shift - 10:30 PM-7:00 AM Description: Job Summary Support manufacturing ... This role works closely with engineers, supervisors, operators, suppliers, and contractors to ...

Three Point Solutions

Manufacturing Engineer II

Waterloo, IA · On-site

$72K - $92K/yr

... PM-12:00 AM OR 3rd Shift - 10:30 PM-7:00 AM Description: Job Summary Support manufacturing ... This role works closely with engineers, supervisors, operators, suppliers, and contractors to ...

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Foundry Manufacturing Engineer

Waterloo, IA · On-site

$35.90 - $43/hr

This position will work either 2nd shift (3:30 pm to Midnight) or 3rd shift (10:30 pm to 7 am ... Operating in a team environment, you will collaborate closely with other engineers, supervisors ...

Epitec

Foundry Manufacturing Engineer

Waterloo, IA · On-site

$38/hr

W2 Contract - 2 years, possible extension Schedule: 2nd Shift (3:30 PM - 12:00 AM) or 3rd Shift (10 ... with operators, supervisors, and cross-functional partners to drive safety, quality, and ...

RFA Engineering

Vehicle Dynamics Engineer

Waterloo, IA · On-site

This position will operate onsite at our customer's world-class engineering and manufacturing ... Experience with operating agriculture equipment or off-highway mobile equipment. * Experience with ...

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How much do third class operating engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for third class operating engineer in Waterloo, IA is $95,617.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,800.00 and $108,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Third Class Operating Engineer vs Second Class Operating Engineer?

AspectThird Class Operating EngineerSecond Class Operating Engineer
CredentialsRequires a Third Class license, often with specific experienceRequires a Second Class license, more extensive experience and testing
Work EnvironmentOperates boilers, pumps, and HVAC systems in buildings or facilitiesHandles larger or more complex systems, often in industrial or larger commercial settings
Employer & IndustryCommonly employed in commercial buildings, hospitals, and schoolsFound in industrial plants, large commercial facilities, and power plants

The main difference between a Third Class Operating Engineer and a Second Class Operating Engineer lies in their licensing requirements, scope of work, and the complexity of systems they operate. Second Class licenses permit handling larger and more complex equipment, often in industrial settings, while Third Class licenses are suitable for smaller systems in commercial buildings.

Third Class Operating Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Third Class Operating Engineer job openings in Waterloo, IA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,617 per year, or $46 per hour.

Manufacturing Engineer

Waterloo, IA • On-site

VIVA USA INC
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$68K - $87K/yr

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Job description

Foundry Manufacturing Engineer
As a Foundry OFP Manufacturing Engineer, you will plan, coordinate, and perform manufacturing engineering projects across the foundry. Operating in a team environment, you will collaborate closely with other engineers, supervisors, and operators within the order fulfilment process.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate and execute engineering projects
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Work approximately 75% on the shop floor
Required Skills/Experiences:
1+ years of foundry/process engineering
Effective team collaboration
Project management skills
Solid skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Effective communication and problem solving skills
Desired Skills/Experiences:
Manufacturing line/process design experience
Experience with SAP, MES, Creo, AutoCAD
Controls Engineering/safety system design experience
Robotics programming (FANUC) and troubleshooting experience (highly preferred)
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Technology or relevant work experience
Notes:
This is a shop floor position so candidates must be comfortable in this environment
75% time spent on feet within the factory.
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs
Shift: This position will work either 2nd shift (3:30 pm to Midnight) or 3rd shift (10:30 pm to 7 am), depending on production volumes.
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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