Crane Operators for hire in Springfield, MA
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Organizational Skills9%Heavy Lifting8%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Vocational or technical training7%Associate's degree7%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years8%6-10 years20%Current company
AccuFab/MECAdvanced Drainage SystemsAhlstrom
Time at current job
Less than a year9%1-2 years17%2-5 years40%
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Last updated: Sep 10, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Springfield, MA: $75,085 yearly
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Forklift Operator/Shipping Receiving
Springfield, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
Computer HardwareOverhead Crane CertificationAerial Lift CertificationScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class C+6 moreSkills
Construction InspectionHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHeavy Equipment Operator
Springfield, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
Class DMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseFirst Aid CertificationMSHA CertificationOSHA 10Driver's License+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceFront Loader TruckCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsFood Service ExperienceDrivingLine Operator
Springfield, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CCPROSHA+3 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCrane Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator
Springfield, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
Passenger EndorsementCraneLoad & UnloadRail TransportationRail FreightCDL B+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceAutomotive RepairMechanical KnowledgeDelivery DrivingDelivery Driver ExperienceBackhoe OperationForklift Operator/Material Handler/Machine Operator assistant
Springfield, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationACI CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourRough Terrain Forklift CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsLift TruckForkliftWelder/Fabricator
Chicopee, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Welding CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementAssemblyInterpreting Technical DrawingsBlueprint ReadingEnglish
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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, organizational skills 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: forklift operator/shipping receiving, crane operator/heavy equipment operator and line 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 Springfield, MA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 23 years of professional experience.
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