Crane Operators for hire in Sarasota, FL

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills9%
    Heavy Lifting6%
    Organizational Skills5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED80%
    Associate's degree11%
    Vocational or technical training9%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years58%
    6-10 years22%
    3-5 years20%
  • Current company

    World Direct Shipping
    Aerolite Aluminum Extrusion
    Alaska Frontier Construction
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years44%
    1-2 years29%
    More than 5 years15%

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Last updated: Sep 12, 2026

Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Sarasota, FL: $84,039 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $41,742$169,195 yearly

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  • Crane Operator

    Bradenton, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLAir Brake EndorsementCDL aNCCCO CertificationNon-CDL Class CCDL B+2 more

    Skills

    DrivingPallet JackLift TruckForkliftHi-LoMechanical Knowledge
  • Welder/Fabricator

    Bradenton, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Crane Lifting OperationsWelding MachinesScissor LiftCrane OperationCrane Hoisting OperationsDriver's License+8 more

    Skills

    WeldingMachine OperationMachiningMachining EquipmentCNCCNC Machining
  • Crane Operator

    Sarasota, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified LinemanCDLFirst Aid CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourCDL aCDL B+1 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOSHA (Regulatory Compliance Area)OSHACDL aWorkplace SafetySafety Protocol Adherence
  • Truck Driver

    Sarasota, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Tanker EndorsementCDLDoubles/Triples EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL a

    Skills

    OTRDrivingCommercial DrivingCommercial VehicleOver the Road (OTR) Driving RoutesLong-Haul Driving Experience
  • Operator

    Sarasota, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Overhead Crane CertificationFirst Aid CertificationFlagger CertificationAerial Lift CertificationDOT Physical CertificationAir Brake Endorsement+6 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOhmmeterMechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceOrganizational Skills
  • CNC Punch Press Operator / Break press operator / forklift operator / material handler

    Bradenton, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10CPRServsafeCrane Certification+5 more

    Skills

    LeadershipMathematical AptitudeConflict ManagementPallet JackPackingPackaging

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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 73 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 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: CNC punch press operator / break press operator / forklift operator / material handler, operator and 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 Sarasota, FL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most crane operators have 15 years of professional experience.

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