Crane Operators for hire in Saint Paul, MN

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 Saint Paul, MN to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    9%
    Organizational Skills
    7%
    Heavy Lifting
    7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    78%
    Associate's degree
    12%
    Vocational or technical training
    7%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years
    40%
    More than 10 years
    40%
    3-5 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Xpo
    • Honeywell Aerospace
    • Union Pacific Railroad
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year
    50%
    2-5 years
    38%
    1-2 years
    13%

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Last updated: Oct 25, 2026

Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Saint Paul, MN: $66,951 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $51,671 – $86,749 yearly

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  • Overhead Crane Operator

    Saint Paul, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipPackaging
  • Audio Visual Technician/A1

    Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DClass D SecurityDriver's LicenseForklift Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHost/Hostess ExperienceLeadershipCrane Operation
  • Tower Crane Operator

    Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationCPRWelding CertificationCrane Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementNCCCO CertificationCrane CertificationCrane Operation
  • Material Handler/ yard truck driver / overhead crane/ maintenance mechanic

    Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseWelding CertificationHeavy Equipment OperationCrane CertificationForklift Certification

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy Equipment Operation
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Saint Paul, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseArmed Security LicenseCrane Certification+2 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy Equipment OperationBackhoe OperationLoader Operation
  • Crane Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator

    Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL aCPR

    Skills

    Time ManagementHeavy LiftingLeadershipWeldingFabricationSnow Removal

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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 76 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, organizational skills and heavy lifting.

What licenses or certifications are common for crane operators?

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

What are some job titles related to crane operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: audio visual technician/a1, crane operator/heavy equipment operator and crane operator/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 Saint Paul, MN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most crane operators have 11 years of professional experience.

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