Crane Operators for hire in Omaha, NE
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 Omaha, NE to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting9%Communication Skills9%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED70%Associate's degree15%Bachelor's degree9%Years of experience
Less than 1 year4%1-2 years4%3-5 years8%Current company
State SteelState Steel of OmahaState Steel Supply CoTime at current job
Less than 1 year16%1-2 years13%2-5 years61%
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Last updated: Jul 16, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Omaha, NE: $84,420 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $62,967 – $113,183 yearly
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Crane Operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementSwimming RescuesFirst Aid and CPRWater Rescue ResponseAir Brake EndorsementOSHA 10Skills
Communication SkillsBackhoe OperationLoader OperationSemi-Truck OperationTractor-TrailerTankerHobbing machine operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationOverhead Crane CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOverhead Crane Operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementDOT Physical ExaminationCDLSchool Bus EndorsementPassenger EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsFront Loader TruckHeavy LiftingMachine Operator/ warehouse forklift operator/ Gri
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCCNACompTIA A+Crane CertificationForklift CertificationMCSESkills
Crane OperationCraneWarehouse ExperienceWarehouse OperationsDistribution CenterUnloadingHeavy Equipment Operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
Top Secret ClearanceDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourWelding CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOhmmeterHeavy LiftingIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceLeadershipMaterial Handler
Council Bluffs, Iowa
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationFirst Aid CertificationScissor Lift CertificationOSHA 10Crane CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSkills
Mathematical AptitudeWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy Lifting
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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: heavy lifting, communication skills and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a crane operator?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and Forklift Certification.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: hobbing machine operator, machine operator/ warehouse forklift operator/ gri and material handler.
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 Omaha, NE, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 20 years of professional experience.
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