Crane Operators for hire in Jackson, MI
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Organizational Skills8%Heavy Lifting7%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Vocational or technical training11%Associate's degree4%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%3-5 years20%1-2 years10%Current company
Alro Steel CorporationGerdau
Hatch Stamping CompanyTime at current job
1-2 years83%2-5 years17%
Browse Indeed's database of 590 profiles for Crane Operators in Jackson, MI
Last updated: Oct 7, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Jackson, MI: $68,376 yearly
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CNC/B&O Operator
Jackson, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseServsafeSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingUnloadingLaser Operator
Jackson, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsService Technician ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementEquipment Operator/Welder
Jackson, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitCertified Welding InspectorDriver's LicenseWelding CertificationBoiler LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsFabricationShipping and Receiving
Jackson, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCrane CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsAssemblyBreak Press Operator
Jackson, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCrane CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsWarehouse ExperienceLift TruckForkliftLead maintenance fabrication
Spring Arbor, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
CDLOverhead Crane CertificationAir Brake EndorsementOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCDL a+3 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsForklift Certification
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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 80 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 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: operator, break press operator and laser operator.
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 Jackson, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 15 years of professional experience.
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