Crane Operators for hire in Charleston, WV
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Leadership7%Organizational Skills5%Education level
High school diploma or GED79%Vocational or technical training10%Bachelor's degree7%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%6-10 years30%3-5 years10%Current company
Amherst MadisonCrane 1 Services, IncHalliburton
Time at current job
More than 5 years57%2-5 years29%Less than a year14%
Browse Indeed's database of 277 profiles for Crane Operators in Charleston, WV
Last updated: Oct 10, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Charleston, WV: $80,585 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $66,240 – $98,037 yearly
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Charleston, West Virginia
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationFlagger CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CPRWelding Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsFormwork ConstructionFormwork SystemsWarehouse Worker
Charleston, West Virginia
Licenses & certifications
HazmatOSHA 10Driver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsField Service Technician
Charleston, West Virginia
Licenses & certifications
Journeyman ElectricianFirst Aid CertificationScissor Lift CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourJourneyman LicenseElectrical License+4 moreSkills
Service Technician ExperienceMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceAnalysis SkillsCrane Operator
Charleston, West Virginia
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationNCCER CertificationJourneyman LicenseOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCDL a+6 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsFront Loader TruckSupervising ExperienceLeadershipMechanical KnowledgeQuality Inspection Supervisor
Charleston, West Virginia
Licenses & certifications
Class DEMT CertificationDOT Physical CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseEMT-B+6 moreSkills
EMT ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceSuperintendent / Crane Operator
Charleston, West Virginia
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseCPRTWIC CardCrane Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsCarpentryWoodworkingCrane OperationCraneHeavy 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 79 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 crane operators?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 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: superintendent / crane operator, crane operator/foreman and boom truck driver/operator.
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 Charleston, WV, 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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