Crane Operators for hire in Columbus, GA
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Leadership9%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED76%Associate's degree19%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years12%6-10 years24%Current company
AIM World ServicesA craneAjin USATime at current job
Less than a year26%1-2 years22%2-5 years33%
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Last updated: Aug 30, 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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Tower Crane Operator
Phenix City, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationCDLOverhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseCrane CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipMachine Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Water Damage Restoration Technician Certification (WRT)Certified Welding InspectorDriver's LicenseWater CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Industrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy Equipment Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Class DOSHA Safety CertificationEPA CertificationConfined Space CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+9 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsField Operations ExperienceMachine Operator 2
Phenix City, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseCCNAElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
EPA CertificationConfined Space CertificationDoubles/Triples EndorsementOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseFlagger Certification+8 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceOperator1 (forklift operator) .
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftPlumbing LicenseMaterial Handling Equipment OperationDriver's LicenseHi-LoTraining+9 moreSkills
Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingMathematical AptitudeTime ManagementMechanic ExperienceLeadership
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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 70 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 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 machine operator 2.
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 16 years of professional experience.
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