Crane Operators for hire in Columbus, GA
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Organizational Skills11%Leadership10%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Associate's degree13%Vocational or technical training4%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years8%6-10 years27%Current company
Car Tech LLCKysor Warren EptaAIM World ServicesTime at current job
Less than 1 year19%1-2 years29%2-5 years38%
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Last updated: Jul 16, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbus, GA: $50,339 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $43,497 – $58,258 yearly
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Phenix City, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftMaterial Handling Equipment OperationLoader OperationDriver's LicenseExcavatorHoisting LicenseSkills
Supervising ExperienceMechanic ExperienceMicrosoft WordWord ProcessingWord EmbeddingsMicrosoft OfficeOperator1 (forklift operator) .
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftPlumbing LicenseMaterial Handling Equipment OperationDriver's LicenseHi-LoTrainingSkills
Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingMathematical AptitudeTime ManagementMechanic ExperienceLeadershipChemical Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Class DFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingMachine OperationSkilled Laborer
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationLifeguard ExperienceDriver's LicenseOSHA 10TIPSHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceConstruction Inspection ExperienceHeavy Equipment Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Class DOSHA Safety CertificationEPA CertificationConfined Space CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Skills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsFront Loader TruckTime ManagementHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceMachine Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Water Damage Restoration Technician Certification (WRT)Certified Welding InspectorDriver's LicenseWater CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Industrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication Skills
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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, organizational skills 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 Pallet Jack Certification.
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, operator1 (forklift operator) and forklift 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 Columbus, GA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 17 years of professional experience.
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