Crane Operators for hire in Seattle, WA
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills8%Heavy Lifting7%Leadership7%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Vocational or technical training7%Associate's degree7%Years of experience
1-2 years8%3-5 years18%6-10 years20%Current company
Parr Lumber
The Boeing Company
5901 4th Ave STime at current job
Less than 1 year13%1-2 years16%2-5 years42%
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Last updated: Jul 15, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Seattle, WA: $79,519 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $55,992 – $112,933 yearly
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Oscillating Line/Crane Operator
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftMaterial Handling Equipment OperationDriver's LicenseCrane CertificationForklift CertificationLift TruckSkills
Supervising ExperienceWindowsLift TruckForkliftWarehouse ExperienceMaterials HandlingHydro excavation operator
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementClass DPassenger EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceLowboyHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementWarehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCrane CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsCrane Operator/Forklift Operator
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardPERC CardOSHA 10Electrical LicensePeace Officer CertificationAEDSkills
Service Technician ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy Specialist Operator & Wire Stringing Crew Leader
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementDOT Physical ExaminationCDLFirst Aid CertificationSkills
LeadershipMathematical AptitudeHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLowboyManagementCrane Operator
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementScissor Lift CertificationX EndorsementNCCCO CertificationCDL aSkills
Communication SkillsCrane OperationCraneASME Codes & StandardsHeavy Equipment OperationCrane Hoisting Operations
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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, heavy lifting and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a crane operator?
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: hydro excavation operator, LTL freight loader, forklift operator, order picking, detail work and charge 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 Seattle, WA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 9 years of professional experience.
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