Crane Operators for hire in Grand Rapids, MI
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 10%
- Organizational Skills
- 8%
- Heavy Lifting
- 7%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 91%
- Vocational or technical training
- 4%
- Bachelor's degree
- 2%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 80%
- 3-5 years
- 10%
- 6-10 years
- 10%
Current company
Challenge Manufacturing
Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials
LG Energy Solution Michigan
Time at current job
- Less than a year
- 44%
- 2-5 years
- 33%
- 1-2 years
- 11%
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Last updated: Oct 25, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Grand Rapids, MI: $51,600 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $32,726 – $81,360 yearly
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Processor/Forklift Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Class DClass D SecurityDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationARSC Basic Orientation PlusForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPackingMachine Operator
Wyoming, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationAerial Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingSkills
Communication SkillsHi-LoLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTeam LeadershipGutter and Siding installation
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
AEDOverhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CPRCrane Certification+3 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceProduction Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Class DCertified Quality InspectorOSHA Safety CertificationClass D SecurityDOT Physical CertificationDriver's License+3 moreSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceHeavy LiftingMathematical AptitudeOverhead Crane Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Electrical LicenseASE Parts Specialist CertificationOverhead Crane CertificationASE Certification+11 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsProduct ManagementAnalysis SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceWarehouse Crane operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Crane Lifting OperationsConfined Space CertificationCrane OperationCrane Hoisting OperationsDriver's LicenseOverhead Crane Certification+9 moreSkills
Hi-LoLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceMathematical Aptitude
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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: communication skills, organizational skills and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for crane operators?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Overhead Crane Certification.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: mixer operator, production operator and gutter and siding installation.
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 19 years of professional experience.
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