Crane Operators for hire in Gainesville, GA

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 Gainesville, GA to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills9%
    Heavy Lifting7%
    Leadership7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED72%
    Bachelor's degree19%
    Associate's degree5%
  • Years of experience

    Less than 1 year4%
    1-2 years2%
    3-5 years8%
  • Current company

    kubota
    Ryerson
    ALL crane rental or Georgia
  • Time at current job

    Less than 1 year3%
    1-2 years13%
    2-5 years47%

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Last updated: Jul 16, 2026

Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Gainesville, GA: $71,549 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $57,372$89,230 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Machine Operator

    Flowery Branch, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLPharmacy Technician CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Rough Terrain Forklift Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsJust-In-TimeAnalysis Skills
  • Turret Truck Operator

    Gainesville, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    OSHA 10Driver's LicensePERC CardNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification

    Skills

    Front Loader TruckLeadershipCommunication SkillsProduct ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceSupervising Experience
  • CDLB Delivery Driver/Articulating Boom Crane Operator

    Flowery Branch, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    DOT Physical ExaminationCDLFirst Aid CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement

    Skills

    Clean Driving RecordDOT Physical ExaminationCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingOSHA (Regulatory Compliance Area)
  • Process Operator

    Gainesville, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Associate Safety ProfessionalCertified Supply Chain ProfessionalHACCP CertificationHoisting License

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipPallet JackWarehouse Experience
  • Forklift Operator

    Gainesville, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftMaterial Handling Equipment OperationDriver's LicenseCertified Professional CoderLifting EquipmentMedical Coding Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy Lifting
  • Machine Operator

    Gainesville, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    Electric Pallet JackDriver's LicensePallet JackNon-CDL Class CCDL aCDL B

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLandscapingJanitorial ExperienceSanitationLawn CareMowing

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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, 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: machine operator, forklift operator and machine operator/first responder.

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 Gainesville, GA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?

Most crane operators have 19 years of professional experience.

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