Crane Operators for hire in Phoenix, AZ
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 Phoenix, AZ to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Leadership6%Heavy Lifting6%Education level
High school diploma or GED85%Vocational or technical training8%Associate's degree5%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years10%6-10 years32%Current company
Felix Construction CompanySummit Line Construction
ABC Supply Co
Time at current job
Less than a year11%1-2 years14%2-5 years60%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Phoenix, AZ: $83,362 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $67,393 – $103,116 yearly
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Crane Operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
CDLFirst Aid CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseNCCCO Mobile Crane Operator Certification+2 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingOSHAOSHA 10Lift TruckForkliftCertified Crane Operator
Glendale, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Certification in Infection Prevention & ControlOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementInfection Control Certification+8 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsBackhoe OperationConstruction ExperienceManagementConstruction Project ManagementCrew Leader/ Boom operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDL aTanker EndorsementCDLDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+7 moreSkills
Semi-Truck OperationTractor-TrailerFlatbedRefrigerated TrailerRefrigerated Goods TransportationTankerCrane Operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementOSHA 10NCCCO CertificationDOT Physical Examination+8 moreSkills
OTRCommunication SkillsFront Loader TruckDrivingCommercial VehicleCrane OperationMachine Operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipFront Loader TruckTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsAmmeterCrane Operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Certified Project ManagerNCCCO CertificationProject ManagementTWIC CardCrane CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsFabricationPlasma CuttingPlasma CuttersElectrical Experience
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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, leadership and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for a crane operator?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 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: forklift operator/material handler/crane overhead operator, crew leader/ boom operator and fort lift 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 Phoenix, AZ, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 12 years of professional experience.
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