Crane Operators for hire in Lafayette, LA
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Heavy Lifting9%Supervising Experience6%Education level
High school diploma or GED62%Associate's degree16%Vocational or technical training11%Years of experience
Less than 1 year2%1-2 years4%3-5 years8%Current company
McDermott
(4)DLSAll Coast LLC liftboatsTime at current job
Less than 1 year14%1-2 years28%2-5 years33%
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Last updated: Jul 15, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Lafayette, LA: $67,525 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $54,423 – $83,782 yearly
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Heavy Mobile Equipment Operator
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementChauffeur's PermitClass DAir Brake EndorsementOSHA 10TWIC CardSkills
Time ManagementAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingFront Loader TruckOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsOPERATOR
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLCraneOSHA 10Driver's LicenseNCCCO Mobile Crane Operator CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOTRLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCrane Operator
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementOSHA 10Driver's LicenseNCCCO Mobile Crane Operator CertificationNCCCO CertificationTWIC CardSkills
Supervising ExperienceTime ManagementLowboyHost/Hostess ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingPipefitter Helper, rigging, overhead crane operator, forklift
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCIROHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingOverhead Crane CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceAnalysis SkillsForklift Operator/Material Handler
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Class DAerial Lift CertificationScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementHeavy LiftingRigger
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRTWIC CardSkills
Computer OperationComputer LiteracyTechnical Support ExperienceCollision RepairAuto Body RepairControl Systems
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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 65 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 supervising experience.
What licenses or certifications are common for a crane operator?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, TWIC Card 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/rigger, rigger 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, LA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 17 years of professional experience.
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