Crane Operators for hire in Akron, OH
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Heavy Lifting11%Communication Skills9%Leadership8%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Associate's degree11%Bachelor's degree2%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years20%6-10 years28%Current company
United RollsAmerican Utility ProcessingmetallusTime at current job
Less than a year8%1-2 years8%2-5 years54%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Akron, OH: $49,637 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $32,518 – $75,767 yearly
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Warehousing / Heavy Equipment Operator / Press Assitant
Richfield, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL BForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceMathematical AptitudeAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementCommunication SkillsMachine Operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourCrane CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementConstruction InspectionAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsMachines operator experience forklift experience overhead crane extruder operator experience
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsPackingPackagingWarehouse ExperienceAssemblyEquipment operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
MSHA CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourNon-CDL Class CTWIC Card+3 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCrane operator/ stacker operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
EPA CertificationEPA Type ICertified Pool OperatorASE A8 Engine Performance CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+9 moreSkills
Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipMathematical AptitudePitman
Canton, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationOverhead Crane CertificationDOT Physical CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourAir Brake EndorsementDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills
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What's the average time to fill a crane operator role?
The average time to fill a crane operator role is 70 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do crane operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a crane operator include: heavy lifting, communication skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a crane operator?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Non-CDL Class C.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: operator, machines operator experience forklift experience overhead crane extruder operator experience and warehousing / heavy equipment operator / press assitant.
What level of education is common for a crane operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a crane operator in Akron, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 10 years of professional experience.
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