Crane Operators for hire in Madison, WI
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Heavy Lifting10%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED85%Associate's degree5%Bachelor's degree5%Years of experience
Less than a year4%1-2 years4%3-5 years12%Current company
Madison-Kipp CorporationSubZero WolfA First Choice Staffing ServiceTime at current job
Less than a year19%1-2 years28%2-5 years28%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Madison, WI: $92,941 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $43,832 – $197,070 yearly
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utility flagger
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementDOT Physical ExaminationCDLFirst Aid Certification+8 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingValet DrivingValet ParkingCrane Operator
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Class DOSHA 10Journeyman LicenseDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+10 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipOhmmeterCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementMiner Operator
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationMSHA CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourAir Brake Endorsement+6 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMechanic ExperienceAnalysis SkillsForklift Driver/Material Handler
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationLifeguard ExperienceLean Six Sigma CertificationAerial Lift CertificationCertified Pool OperatorCertified Supply Chain Professional+23 moreSkills
Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsMaterial Handler
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Certified Quality AuditorOverhead Crane CertificationAerial Lift CertificationScissor Lift CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourSafe Quality Food Certification+6 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementProduct ManagementPresentation SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCrane tech
Middleton, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationScissor Lift CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRTWIC Card+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLawn CareMowingClimbingPlumbingTree Care
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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 70 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 Pallet Jack Certification.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: material handler, forklift operator and utility flagger.
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 Madison, WI, 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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