Crane Operators for hire in Raleigh, NC
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Leadership9%Heavy Lifting7%Education level
High school diploma or GED69%Associate's degree17%Vocational or technical training6%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years12%6-10 years34%Current company
Wall RecyclingAcucoteAGM ImportsTime at current job
Less than 1 year6%1-2 years19%2-5 years47%
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Last updated: Jul 17, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Raleigh, NC: $77,660 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $61,068 – $98,759 yearly
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Co Driver
Raleigh, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationCDLLifting EquipmentMaterial Handling Equipment OperationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsFlatbedBox TruckTankerCrossbore Technician
Knightdale, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedCPRBarbering LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsUnloadingLoadingOverhead Crane Operator
Raleigh, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftLifting EquipmentMaterial Handling Equipment OperationInfant & Toddler CertificationCDL aForklift CertificationSkills
Customer ServiceCustomer SupportTechnical Support ExperienceComputer NetworkingTechnical Troubleshooting SupportActive DirectoryWarehouse Worker/Driver
Knightdale, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationOverhead Crane CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL CNCCCO Mobile Crane Operator CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceOTRDrivingUnloadingLoadingForlift Operator
Raleigh, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
EPA 608 Technician CertificationOSHA 10Certified Medical AssistantState Tested Nursing AssistantEPA Refrigeration CertificationHVAC CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingASHRAE StandardsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipSenior Material Handler / Forklift Operator
Cary, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationAerial Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Fire Safety CertificationOverhead Crane CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceAnalysis Skills
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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: 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 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: overhead crane operator, warehouse worker/driver and crossbore technician.
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 Raleigh, NC, 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.
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