Crane Operators for hire in Columbia, MD
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills8%Heavy Lifting8%Leadership6%Education level
High school diploma or GED90%Associate's degree6%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
Less than 1 year2%1-2 years2%3-5 years4%Current company
A & R PropertiesAC Crane and SignsAJ SackettTime at current job
Less than 1 year8%1-2 years19%2-5 years50%
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Last updated: Jul 17, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbia, MD: $80,147 yearly
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Roll Off Driver/ vac truck operator
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementDOT Physical ExaminationCDLDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementNon-CDL Class CSkills
Service Technician ExperienceMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceRear Loader TruckHeavy Equipment Operator
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Flagger CertificationWastewater CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CPRNon-CDL Class CSkills
Communication SkillsMechanic ExperienceLeadershipSafe Drinking Water ActTime ManagementHeavy LiftingHeavy Equipment Operator
Hanover, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationMSHA CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsFront Loader TruckOrganizational SkillsHeavy Equipment OperationLandscape MaintenanceCRANE OPERATOR
Laurel, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseNCCCO CertificationCDL aSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceDrivingConstruction ExperienceCertified Crane Operator/Driver, Warehouse Orders
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL CNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCrane OperationEquipment Operator
Gwynn Oak, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitHazmatWastewater CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourSkills
Mechanic ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceFront Loader TruckHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsSupervising 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 65 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, OSHA 10 and Non-CDL Class C.
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, certified crane operator/driver, warehouse orders and roll off driver/ vac truck 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 Columbia, MD, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 22 years of professional experience.
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