Crane Operators for hire in Kansas City, MO
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills8%Heavy Lifting7%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Vocational or technical training7%Associate's degree7%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years22%6-10 years28%Current company
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RyersonTime at current job
Less than a year12%1-2 years23%2-5 years46%
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Last updated: Sep 10, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Kansas City, MO: $59,524 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $35,366 – $100,186 yearly
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Crane Technician
Gladstone, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
EPA 609 CertificationEPA CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CClass EEPA Refrigeration Certification+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingWarehouse Manager/ Crane truck operator
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCDLDOT Physical CertificationAir Brake EndorsementCDL CDriver's License+5 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCNC Laser Operator
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Machine OperationCNCDriver's LicenseClass ECNC MachiningHoisting License+7 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsMathematical AptitudeWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCrane Operator/Forklift Operator
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationCertified Notary PublicDriver's LicenseFall Protection CertificationSafe Quality Food CertificationElectric Pallet Jack Certification+3 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceProduct ManagementTime ManagementCrane Wiring Technician
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseOSHA 10CPRElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsAutomotive DiagnosticsAutomotive RepairGrain Elevator Operator
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationMaterial Handling Equipment OperationWarehouse OperationsOSHA 10Fall Protection CertificationNCCCO Certification+10 moreSkills
Microsoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareCoordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)Precision Measuring InstrumentsCMM Dimensional InspectionCoordinate Measuring Machine
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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, 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 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: crane operator/forklift operator, shipper/ overhead crane operator and warehouse manager/ crane truck 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 Kansas City, MO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 12 years of professional experience.
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