Crane Operators for hire in Grand Rapids, MI
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Organizational Skills7%Leadership7%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Associate's degree9%Vocational or technical training4%Years of experience
Less than a year6%1-2 years2%3-5 years12%Current company
Challenge Manufacturing
Metals USAWolverine Crane & Service, IncTime at current job
Less than a year18%1-2 years21%2-5 years43%
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Last updated: Sep 10, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Grand Rapids, MI: $50,344 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $36,901 – $68,685 yearly
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Crane Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Air Brake Endorsement+15 moreSkills
Front Loader TruckCommunication SkillsCrane OperationCraneSemi-Truck OperationTractor-TrailerMaterial Handler/Crane Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
CDLFlagger CertificationCraneCrane OperationNCCCO Mobile Crane Operator CertificationNCCCO Certification+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingWarehouse ExperienceWarehouse OperationsPackingPackagingPicking & PackingMachine Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
American Welding Society (AWS) StandardsChauffeur's PermitScuba DivingDriver's LicenseRNLPN+5 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceOverhead Crane Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Electrical LicenseASE Parts Specialist CertificationOverhead Crane CertificationCertified Quality Technician+11 moreSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsProduct ManagementAnalysis SkillsDie Setter
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Crane Lifting OperationsOverhead Crane CertificationCraneCrane OperationCrane Hoisting OperationsBridge Crane Operation+2 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCAD SoftwareSolidworksMaterials HandlingCNC Lathe Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
CNCDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Crane CertificationCNC MachiningForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsMolding (Production Process)
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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 73 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 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, machine operator/assembler and die setter.
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 16 years of professional experience.
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