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Most popular skills

Communication Skills 8%
Heavy Lifting 8%
Leadership 6%

Education level

High school diploma or GED 86%
Associate's degree 7%
Bachelor's degree 5%

Years of experience

1-2 years 8%
3-5 years 8%
6-10 years 18%

Current company

Maryland Transit Solutions
AC Crane and Signs
Allied/ Wilscott Mobile Mini

Time at current job

Less than 1 year 10%
1-2 years 7%
2-5 years 50%

Browse Indeed's database of 407 profiles for Crane Operators in Washington, DC

Last updated: Jul 8, 2026

Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Washington, DC: $95,327 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $76,898$118,172 yearly

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Local 77 Operator and Engineer Apprenticeship

Washington, DC

Licenses & certifications

DOT Physical ExaminationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRSafety Training UndergoneForklift Certification

Skills

Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingSchedule ManagementHeavy Equipment Operation

Lead Equipment Operator/Supervisor

Washington, DC

Licenses & certifications

DOT Physical ExaminationCDLCDL CDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour

Skills

Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipFront Loader TruckRear Loader TruckManagement

Service Technician

Alexandria, VA

Licenses & certifications

Six Sigma CertificationClass DSeries 7Confined Space CertificationAerial Lift CertificationJourneyman License

Skills

LeadershipSupervising ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication Skills

Heavy Machine Operator II

Capitol Heights, MD

Licenses & certifications

First Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRCDL BSafety Training Undergone

Skills

Supervising ExperienceLift TruckForkliftHi-LoConflict ManagementPerformance Tuning

Heavy Equipment Operator

District Heights, MD

Licenses & certifications

Confined Space CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseHazardous Energy ControlRough Terrain Forklift CertificationEnergy Control Procedures

Skills

LeadershipSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime Management

Material Handler/Crane Operator

Washington, DC

Licenses & certifications

EPA Type IIIAEDEPA CertificationEPA Type IFlagger CertificationEPA Type II

Skills

Service Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceFitting Glass InstallationGlazing

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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, OSHA 10 and Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour.

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, laborer and service technician.

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 Washington, DC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most crane operators have 22 years of professional experience.

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