Crane Operators for hire in Albuquerque, NM
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Leadership9%Heavy Lifting8%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Associate's degree10%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
Less than 1 year4%1-2 years8%3-5 years6%Current company
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CTS CorporationA-1 Construction and landscapingTime at current job
Less than 1 year23%1-2 years23%2-5 years35%
Browse Indeed's database of 196 profiles for Crane Operators in Albuquerque, NM
Last updated: Jul 22, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Albuquerque, NM: $96,610 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $75,737 – $123,235 yearly
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Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Erosion ControlFlagger CertificationFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10Certified Construction ManagerCPRSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsFront Loader TruckDriver/Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementDOT Physical ExaminationCDLDoubles/Triples EndorsementOSHA 10Air Brake EndorsementSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsRegional LaneOTRMaintenancePaper Machine Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Class DDOT Physical ExaminationFirst Aid CertificationMSHA CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceRiggingforklift operator lot attendant
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Certified Notary PublicPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCDL aElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsUnloadingLoadingCalciner/ Mill Operator / processor / batching
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSafety Training UndergonePallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMachiningLoader OperationLift TruckForkliftMachine Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseCPRWater CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsProduct ManagementPresentation SkillsSupervising ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic 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 66 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, leadership and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for a crane operator?
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: operator, forklift operator lot attendant and sales, operator and contractor.
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 13 years of professional experience.
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