Crane Operators for hire in Columbia, SC
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Most popular skills
- Heavy Lifting
- 7%
- Communication Skills
- 7%
- Leadership
- 5%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 88%
- Associate's degree
- 5%
- Vocational or technical training
- 2%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 70%
- 6-10 years
- 30%
Current company
Commercial Metals Company
Bridgestone
Granite Parsons Corman JV
Time at current job
- 1-2 years
- 44%
- More than 5 years
- 33%
- 2-5 years
- 22%
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Last updated: Oct 25, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbia, SC: $39,432 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $35,010 – $44,412 yearly
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Lead Pipe Layer
West Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Class DConfined Space CertificationEMT CertificationAerial Lift CertificationNATE CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training+26 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceCNC Machinist
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Robotic SystemsFanucASME Codes & StandardsDriver's LicenseRoboticsForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsYardman/Equipment Operator
West Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationEPA CertificationScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseCrane CertificationElectric Pallet Jack Certification+4 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipService Technician ExperienceLead operator
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
CDL aTanker EndorsementCDLAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL B+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingCrane OperationCraneFlatbedTankerPress Brake Operator
Gaston, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Crane Lifting OperationsCraneCrane OperationCrane Hoisting OperationsLoader OperationSkid Steer Loader+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLift TruckForkliftCrane OperationOverhead CranesCrane Operator/Rigger
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
CDL aCDLOverhead Crane CertificationMSHA CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL a+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsSchedule ManagementMicrosoft OfficeProductivity Software
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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 76 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: heavy lifting, communication skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for crane operators?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and OSHA 10.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: CNC machinist, lead operator and yardman/equipment 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, SC, 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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