Crane Operators for hire in Minneapolis, MN
Find crane operators who can lift, lower and move materials efficiently on construction sites, while ensuring safety compliance and effective communication with ground crews. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Minneapolis, MN to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Heavy Lifting7%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED74%Bachelor's degree13%Associate's degree9%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years8%6-10 years28%Current company
Federal AmmunitionOlympic steel
7-SigmaTime at current job
Less than 1 year14%1-2 years20%2-5 years37%
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Last updated: Jul 19, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Minneapolis, MN: $63,505 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $50,666 – $79,597 yearly
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Truck driver/Crane Operator
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Class DTanker EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL BServsafeSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipConstruction Inspection ExperienceTime ManagementMathematical AptitudeForklift Operator/Material Handler
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Certified Welding InspectorDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationWelding CertificationForklift CertificationAWS D1.1 EndorsementSkills
Heavy LiftingAmmeterWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceSupervising ExperienceProduct ManagementMechanic ExperienceStrapper Operator/ machine operator
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardCDLDriver's LicenseEMT-BCPRSkills
Communication SkillsStrategic PlanningAnalysis SkillsMechanic ExperienceLeadershipSupervising ExperienceChop Cutter Lead
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseSix Sigma Black BeltWelding CertificationCrane CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsMechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMachine OperationLaser operator
Bloomington, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Machine OperationMachining EquipmentDriver's LicenseIndustrial EquipmentCNC Laser CutterPress OperationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingManufacturingCrane OperationCraneCrane Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator
Golden Valley, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Infant & Toddler CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Electrical LicenseOSHASkills
Time ManagementSecuritySurveillanceAssemblyFabricationInterpreting Technical Drawings
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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, 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 Class D.
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/heavy equipment operator, water distribution operator and strapper operator/ machine 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 Minneapolis, MN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 18 years of professional experience.
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