Crane Operators for hire in Grand Rapids, MI
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Heavy Lifting11%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED92%Bachelor's degree4%Associate's degree2%Years of experience
Less than 1 year6%1-2 years6%3-5 years4%Current company
Allied FinishingChallenge manufacturing
Ridgeview Industries, IncTime at current job
Less than 1 year16%1-2 years16%2-5 years48%
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Last updated: Jul 21, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Grand Rapids, MI: $50,784 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,788 – $68,250 yearly
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Warehouse Crane operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationClass D SecurityConfined Space CertificationScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseWelding CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceService Technician ExperienceMathematical AptitudePress Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Non-CDL Class CChauffeur's PermitDriver's LicenseCDL CNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingUnloadingLoadingLift TruckDelivery DrivingMathOverhead Crane Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Electrical LicenseASE Parts Specialist CertificationOverhead Crane CertificationCertified Quality TechnicianSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsProduct ManagementAnalysis SkillsMachine Operator/Assembler
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
EPA CertificationConfined Space CertificationEPA Type IIASQC CertificationDriver's LicenseElectrical LicenseSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsSecondary Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSafety Training UndergoneForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsShipping & ReceivingBoom knuckle operator /semi truck driver
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseChauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsRegional LaneSpanishForeign Language ProficiencyMultilingual
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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 66 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 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: forklift operator, hoist operator and boom knuckle operator /semi truck driver.
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 Grand Rapids, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 10 years of professional experience.
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