Crane Operators for hire in San Jose, CA
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 San Jose, CA to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 11%
- Heavy Lifting
- 7%
- Organizational Skills
- 7%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 80%
- Bachelor's degree
- 9%
- Associate's degree
- 7%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 60%
- 3-5 years
- 20%
- 6-10 years
- 20%
Current company
TESLA
Clean Harbors
ABC Supply Co
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 57%
- Less than a year
- 29%
- More than 5 years
- 14%
Browse Indeed's database of 321 profiles for Crane Operators in San Jose, CA
Last updated: Oct 27, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in San Jose, CA: $86,621 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $72,196 – $103,927 yearly
*Indeed data (US)
Slab Handler
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
Reach TruckOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseRough Terrain Forklift CertificationCertified Quality Auditor+7 moreSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementReach TruckBoom Truck Operator
Santa Clara, California
Licenses & certifications
Truck DrivingDrivingTruck HandlingTWIC CardCompany Vehicle OperationLong-Haul Driving Experience+19 moreSkills
OTRHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsMachine Operator
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
Scissor Lift CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CDL CNon-CDL Class C+6 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsFedex Ship ManagerOrganizational SkillsHeavy Equipment Operator/Mechanic
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationDoubles/Triples EndorsementOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+9 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHazardous Waste ManifestsChemical Operator
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Air Brake EndorsementForklift CertificationHVAC CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipEHSMaterial Handler/Machine Operator
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingHi-LoOrganizational SkillsConflict ManagementSecurity
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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, heavy lifting and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for crane operators?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and OSHA 10.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: heavy equipment operator/mechanic, welder and material handler/machine 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 San Jose, CA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 14 years of professional experience.
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