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 Skills10%Leadership6%Heavy Lifting5%Education level
High school diploma or GED72%Associate's degree10%Bachelor's degree10%Years of experience
3-5 years40%6-10 years30%More than 10 years30%Current company
CMC
Turner Industries
QXO
Time at current job
Less than a year43%1-2 years43%2-5 years14%
Browse Indeed's database of 2,753 profiles for Crane Operators in Phoenix, AZ
Last updated: Oct 18, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Phoenix, AZ: $87,864 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $71,881 – $107,401 yearly
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Roll Clamp Operator
Glendale, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCrane CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsVehicle SpottingHeavy LiftingCrane / Rigging Professional crew lead
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10CPRForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsCrane OperationVisual Crane SignalsRigging and Hoisting OperationsRiggingCrane Operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Certified Project ManagerNCCCO CertificationProject ManagementTWIC CardCrane CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsFabricationPlasma CuttingPlasma CuttersElectrical ExperienceBox Crane Operator
Tempe, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerAEDGuard CardDriver's LicenseCPRCrane Certification+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsPackagingWarehouse ExperienceUnloadingLoadingCertified Crane Operator
Glendale, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
First Aid and CPRCertification in Infection Prevention & ControlOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+13 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipBackhoe OperationConstruction ExperienceConstruction Project ManagementCrane Operator / Rigger / Driver
Laveen, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourCDL aSkills
EHSLeadershipService Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementConstruction Industry 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 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: communication skills, leadership and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for crane operators?
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: cdl driver ,skidsteer operator and crane boom operator, crane / rigging professional crew lead and certified crane 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 8 years of professional experience.
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