Crane Operators for hire in Charlotte, NC
Find crane operators who can lift, lower and move materials efficiently on construction sites, while ensuring safety compliance and effective communication with ground crews. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Charlotte, NC to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills6%Heavy Lifting6%Leadership6%Education level
High school diploma or GED77%Vocational or technical training11%Bachelor's degree6%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years4%3-5 years12%Current company
Kloeckner MetalsSuperior CranesCrane south servicesTime at current job
Less than a year18%1-2 years18%2-5 years26%
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Last updated: Sep 10, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Charlotte, NC: $49,154 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $34,845 – $69,338 yearly
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Crane Operator
Charlotte, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10ExcavatorCPR+5 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsTower ClimbingOTRTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCrane Operator
Charlotte, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Series 7Guard CardIICRC CertificationProperty & Casualty LicenseAirframe & Powerplant LicensePassenger Endorsement+13 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementForklift Operator/Warehouse
Charlotte, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementOverhead Crane CertificationFirst Aid CertificationSchool Bus EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementDriver's License+4 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLift TruckForkliftHi-LoMaterials HandlingOrder PickingForklift Operator
Charlotte, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Welding CertificationOSHAElectric Pallet Jack Certification+3 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingLift TruckHi-LoPaintsLoader OperationBlast operator
Charlotte, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCrane CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsRetail Sales TransactionsMerchandisingProcessing Cash TransactionsCrane Operator
Charlotte, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseConfidential ClearanceCrane CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy Lifting
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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, heavy lifting 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 Crane Certification.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: forklift operator, blast operator and forklift operator/warehouse.
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 Charlotte, NC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 12 years of professional experience.
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