Crane Operators for hire in Newark, DE

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 Newark, DE to make your hiring faster and simpler.

  • Ready to work now

    802

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership8%
    Communication Skills8%
    Time Management6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED75%
    Vocational or technical training11%
    Associate's degree7%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years70%
    1-2 years10%
    3-5 years10%
  • Current company

    BUILDERS FIRSTSOURCE
    ABC Supply Co
    Cleveland-Cliffs
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years67%
    1-2 years17%
    More than 5 years17%

Browse Indeed's database of 802 profiles for Crane Operators in Newark, DE

Last updated: Oct 17, 2026

Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Newark, DE: $79,933 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $60,579 – $105,469 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Shipping/Receiving Clerk forklift operator

    New Castle, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseTWIC CardHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training+8 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime Management
  • Crane Operator

    New Castle, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseOSHA 10CPRCrane CertificationForklift Certification

    Skills

    Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipMechanic Experience
  • Crane operator

    Newark, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    Crane Lifting OperationsCraneCrane OperationCrane Hoisting OperationsDriver's LicenseNCCCO Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementDrivingCommercial Driving
  • Forklift Operator/Material Handler

    Newark, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    Overhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseCrane CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCrane OperationCrane Lifting Operations
  • Mobile Crane Operator and Press Operator

    Elkton, Maryland

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCrane CertificationForklift Certification

    Skills

    Public SpeakingAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational Skills
  • Forklift Operator

    New Castle, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    Special Education CertificationFood Safety CertificationOverhead Crane CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's License+4 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipBucket OperationBoom LiftCherry Picker

Simple, transparent pricing

Choose the plan that fits your hiring needs.

Professional

🔥 Best for most teams

Ideal for dedicated recruiters and high-volume hiring teams

$520$416per month*Save $1,248
Start free trial§

Upgrade to Enterprise anytime as your team scales

  • Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
  • Assign up to 3 jobs at once to your Assistant
  • It works daily, even when you’re offline
  • Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
  • Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
  • 100 contacts per month
  • Advanced candidate filters + Glassdoor profiles
  • Get access to candidate engagement insights
  • Improve team collaboration with shared candidate lists

Enterprise

📈 High volume

For large organizations requiring max scale and custom solutions

Customper month*

Recommended for teams hiring at large scale

  • Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
  • Assign unlimited jobs at once to your Assistant
  • It works daily, even when you’re offline
  • Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
  • Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
  • Custom contacts per month / year
  • Configurable usage limits
  • Custom pricing and invoicing
  • Volume-based contact packages
  • Dedicated onboarding and account support
  • Enterprise-grade identity and access management

§Terms and conditions apply

*Plus taxes and fees as applicable. Pricing and offerings will vary by market and are subject to change

**Assistant contacts are applied in your first month

Not looking for sourcing candidates?

Indeed is used by more than 3.3 million companies globally

University of Oxford logo
Microsoft logo
Burger King logo
Nokia logo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indeed Smart Sourcing?

Smart Sourcing is a tool that can help you find the right candidates for your open roles and reach out to them directly. Search resumes, and get a list of candidates whose qualifications, requirements and preferences match the job criteria you're looking for.

Are there additional products that can help me find candidates on Indeed?

Yes, you can create a free Indeed employer account and post a job or reach more skilled talent by sponsoring a job and expanding your reach.

What's the average time to fill a crane operator role?

The average time to fill a crane operator role is 79 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: leadership, communication skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for crane operators?

Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Crane Certification.

What are some job titles related to crane operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: machine operator, production equipment operator and forklift 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 Newark, DE, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?

Most crane operators have 19 years of professional experience.

Browse related occupations

Instantly match and connect with quality candidates today

*Terms and conditions apply