Crane Operators for hire in Boise, ID
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills8%Leadership7%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED72%Bachelor's degree13%Vocational or technical training6%Years of experience
More than 10 years46%6-10 years28%3-5 years18%Current company
Cwalla
IMCO Construction
ABC Supply Co
Time at current job
2-5 years41%1-2 years38%More than 5 years13%
Browse Indeed's database of 559 profiles for Crane Operators in Boise, ID
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Boise, ID: $95,223 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $75,365 – $120,312 yearly
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Crane Operator
Boise, Idaho
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationCRISCDOT Physical CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's License+4 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsComputer OperationComputer SkillsCrane Operator
Boise, Idaho
Licenses & certifications
CDLFirst Aid CertificationNCCER CertificationDriver's LicenseNCCCO CertificationCDL a+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingHydraulicsExcavatorMechanical ExcavatorsCDLCrane OperationTruck Driver/Crane Operator
Meridian, Idaho
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementSemi-Truck OperationTractor-TrailerCDL aTanker EndorsementCDL+6 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsEnd DumpTime ManagementTeam SupervisionWelder/Fabricator
Boise, Idaho
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementConfined Space CertificationAerial Lift CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's License+12 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingTIG WeldingIsometric DrawingsShielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)Motor Engine AssemblyEngine AssemblyHeavy Equipment Operator
Meridian, Idaho
Licenses & certifications
CraneOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourNCCCO Mobile Crane Operator CertificationNCCCO CertificationTWIC CardCrane Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy Equipment OperationConstruction ExperienceBackhoe OperationLoader OperationLift TruckForkliftHeavy Equipment Operator
Boise, Idaho
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy Equipment Operation
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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 73 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 organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a crane operator?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and CPR.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: heavy equipment operator, mobile crane operator (abl & abc) and welder/fabricator.
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 Boise, ID, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 7 years of professional experience.
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