Crane Operators for hire in Lafayette, IN
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Organizational Skills6%Heavy Lifting6%Education level
High school diploma or GED79%Associate's degree10%Bachelor's degree6%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years6%6-10 years40%Current company
Arconic
Caterpillar
TA Dedicated
Time at current job
Less than 1 year16%1-2 years26%2-5 years29%
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Last updated: Jul 18, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Lafayette, IN: $85,040 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $68,909 – $104,946 yearly
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Crane Operator
Lafayette, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCPROSHAForklift CertificationSafety Training UndergoneSkills
Communication SkillsMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingCrane Operator
Lafayette, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseServsafeCrane CertificationForklift CertificationHoisting LicenseFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceFast Casual ExperienceAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCNC Operator/Machinist
Lafayette, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftOSHA Safety CertificationMaterial Handling Equipment OperationDriver's LicenseFall Protection CertificationRough Terrain Forklift CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceAnalysis SkillsAssembly Technician
Lafayette, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationRCRA CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseOSHAForklift CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceAmmeterLeadershipIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceLSA Operator
Lafayette, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Crane CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy Equipment Operator
Lafayette, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLOSHA Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Air Brake EndorsementSkills
Heavy LiftingFront Loader TruckSupervising ExperienceConstruction ExperienceConstruction Industry ExperienceCommercial Construction Experience
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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, organizational skills and heavy lifting.
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: assembly technician, rig-hand technician and 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 Lafayette, IN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 14 years of professional experience.
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