Become a Mobile Crane Operator!
Imagine being at the heart of every major construction and manufacturing project, commanding a powerful and versatile machine that can lift, move, and position colossal materials with precision and finesse. As a mobile crane operator, you’ll masterfully control a towering crane mounted on wheels or crawlers, playing a crucial role in building skyscrapers, assembling massive machinery, and shaping the landscape of modern infrastructure. Step into a career where every day brings new challenges and the satisfaction of seeing your work rise high above the ground. Become a mobile crane operator and elevate your future to new heights!
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AT-A-GLANCE
A mobile crane operator is responsible for operating mobile cranes, which are versatile lifting machines mounted on wheels or crawlers, used to lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment in construction, manufacturing, and other industries.
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Typical Salary Range
Typical entry level positions start around $40,000 per year while highly skilled and experienced operators can make more than $100,000 per year.
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*Salaries listed are only estimates and can vary widely depending on several factors including but not limited to location, type of work, experience, certifications, fringe benefits provided, union, open shop, etc.
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Typical Duties/Responsibilities:
Understanding lifting capacities, equipment capabilities, lifting parameters and restraints to safely and accurately lift loads to specified locations. Mobile crane operators also perform routine maintenance on equipment and adhere to strict safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure efficient operations.
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Typical Experience/Training:
At least 18 Years Old. Typically receives training and hands-on experience prior to taking a required certification exam. Typically has previous experience and/or knowledge as rigger and signalperson. Usually has or obtains a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Certification for mobile cranes required.
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Typical Skills:
Technical Proficiency; Spatial Awareness; Hand-Eye Coordination, Communication Skills; Problem-Solving Skills; Safety Consciousness
