Crane Operators for hire in Albuquerque, NM
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 11%
- Heavy Lifting
- 8%
- Organizational Skills
- 7%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 76%
- Associate's degree
- 12%
- Vocational or technical training
- 7%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 70%
- 3-5 years
- 20%
- 6-10 years
- 10%
Current company
ABB
Vulcan Materials
Kiewit Corporation
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 50%
- Less than a year
- 20%
- 1-2 years
- 20%
Browse Indeed's database of 345 profiles for Crane Operators in Albuquerque, NM
Last updated: Oct 28, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Albuquerque, NM: $98,639 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $79,884 – $121,798 yearly
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementEMT CertificationDoubles/Triples EndorsementAir Brake EndorsementOSHA 10Driver's License+11 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingTechnician
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationConfined Space CertificationMSHA CertificationScissor Lift CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+5 moreSkills
LeadershipService Technician ExperienceMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMachine Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Flagger CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsWarm CallingAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementMetal packer
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationCraneDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe Certification+4 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceOrganizational SkillsManagementTime ManagementStructural Welder
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
American Welding Society (AWS) StandardsClass DFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class C+5 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsWarehouse ExperienceDrivingClimbingMaintenance Supervisor/ Lead A&P Aircraft Mechanic
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementClass DConfined Space CertificationAirframe & Powerplant LicenseAerial Lift CertificationAir Brake Endorsement+11 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceService Technician Experience
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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 76 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: communication skills, heavy lifting and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for crane operators?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and Forklift Certification.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: machine operator, CDL driver/equipment operator and technician.
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 Albuquerque, NM, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 15 years of professional experience.
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