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Do workers at Croell get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
82% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Does Croell pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
85% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

At Croell, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
71% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from Croell affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Croell?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 100% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do workers at Croell worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
57% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do Croell workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
60% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

How easy is it for Croell workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
43% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Croell?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
76% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do Croell managers change schedules at the last minute?

Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.
52% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do jobs at Croell spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
29% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Croell?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
77% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is working at Croell good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
57% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Croell feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
68% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Croell get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
53% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Croell?

Most people feel stressed out here.
74% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Croell enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
77% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Croell recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
63% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Croell?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
38% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Croell?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 40% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people think Croell’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
74% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Croell is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
69% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

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Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator CDL Required | Iowa & Minnesota Paving Projec

Croell, Inc.

New Hampton, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Croell rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

IntroductionJoin the dynamic team at Croell, Inc. and embark on a rewarding career path. We're always looking for talented individuals who are passionate about concrete and the construction industry and committed to excellence. Explore this current opening below and discover opportunities to grow professionally in a supportive environment that values innovation and teamwork.

Overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator will be responsible for operating a full range of heavy equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator is a full-time, seasonal position that requires travel with overtime, reports to the Foreman, and has no supervisory responsibility.

For more information regarding this position, contact Austin Lukes at 641-229-1071.

Benefits/Incentives:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
  • Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off, Holiday, and Bereavement Pay
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • $1500 Sign-On Bonus
  • Annual Safety Incentive and Clothing Allowance

Responsibilities

  • Operate a full range of heavy equipment (i.e., skid steer loader, excavator, motor grader, backhoe, compact roller, front end loader, dozer, shoulder machine, concrete paver, concrete belt placer, concrete cure and texture machine, etc.).
  • Perform inspections and maintenance of equipment such as greasing, checking oil, water, and tires/tracks.
  • Perform physical duties about grade prep and/or concrete work (i.e., shovel, sledgehammer, rake, etc.).
  • Follow, enforce, and always promote all company safety and quality requirements.
  • Operate and maintain other equipment as needed.
  • Willingness to perform duties outside the normal scope of work (i.e., work in poor weather conditions or outside normal hours).

Requirements

  • Consent to authorization of a pre-employment work screen, Motor Vehicle Record request, and drug test.
  • Class B CDL.
  • Basic mechanical skills.
  • One to three years of experience in heavy equipment.
  • Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of road construction materials, processes, and industry requirements.
  • Understand instructions from supervisory positions, both written and verbal.
  • Dependability and reliability by showing up to scheduled shifts on time and being prepared for work.

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to reach below/at/above shoulders.
  • Pushing/Pulling/Twisting/Bending.
  • Sitting/Standing/Balancing.
  • Operate hand and foot controls.
  • Simple/Firm grasping/Pinching.
  • Ability to lift/lower/carry over 50 pounds.
  • Squatting/Stooping/Crouching/Kneeling/Crawling.


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