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Norfolk Iron & Metal Co.

Overhead Crane Operator

Catoosa, OK · On-site

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

Overhead Crane Operator | 2nd Shift Monday - Thursday 3PM-1AM | Shift Differential Pay | Opportunity for Advancement Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities: * Ability to operate forklifts, man ...

Friedman Industries Inc

Overhead Crane Operator

Sinton, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $17.25/hr

Crane Operator - Sinton, TX Friedman Industries is seeking a safety-focused and dependable Crane Operator to join our operations team in Sinton, Texas. This role is responsible for operating overhead ...

Friedman Industries Inc

$14.50 - $17/hr

Crane Operator Friedman Industries is seeking a safety-focused and dependable Crane Operator to join our operations team. This role is responsible for operating overhead cranes to safely move steel ...

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Overhead Crane Operator

Wickliffe, OH · On-site

$18/hr

Job Requirements Qualified candidates must have experience operating an overhead crane, must have previously worked in a manufacturing facility, must have steel toed boots, must be safety conscious ...

Friedman Industries Inc

Overhead Crane Operator

Sinton, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $17.25/hr

Crane Operator - Sinton, TX Friedman Industries is seeking a safety-focused and dependable Crane Operator to join our operations team in Sinton, Texas. This role is responsible for operating overhead ...

Metalwest

Overhead Crane Operator

Catoosa, OK

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

Overhead Crane Operator | 2nd Shift Monday - Thursday 3PM-1AM | Shift Differential Pay | Opportunity for Advancement Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities: * Ability to operate forklifts, man ...

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Friedman Industries Inc

Overhead Crane Operator

Sinton, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $17.25/hr

Crane Operator - Sinton, TX Friedman Industries is seeking a safety-focused and dependable Crane Operator to join our operations team in Sinton, Texas. This role is responsible for operating overhead ...

Friedman Industries Inc

Overhead Crane Operator

Sinton, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $17.25/hr

Crane Operator - Sinton, TX Friedman Industries is seeking a safety-focused and dependable Crane Operator to join our operations team in Sinton, Texas. This role is responsible for operating overhead ...

Friedman Industries Inc

Overhead Crane Operator

Sinton, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $17.25/hr

Crane Operator - Sinton, TX Friedman Industries is seeking a safety-focused and dependable Crane Operator to join our operations team in Sinton, Texas. This role is responsible for operating overhead ...

Norfolk Iron and Metal

Overhead Crane Operator

Catoosa, OK · On-site

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

Overhead Crane Operator | 2nd Shift Monday - Thursday 3PM-1AM | Shift Differential Pay | Opportunity for Advancement Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities: * Ability to operate forklifts, man ...

Mueller Industries

Overhead Crane Operator

Fulton, MS

$15.75 - $18.50/hr

The primary responsibility of the Crane Operator is to safely operate the overhead crane to lift, move, and position loads of large bundles of copper tube stock, materials, and equipment throughout ...

New Process Metal Solutions

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Overhead Crane Operator

Alsip, IL · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

... Overhead Crane Operator (2nd Shift) . This role is responsible for safely moving materials ... Work collaboratively with team members to meet production and shipping deadlines * Assist with ...

Madden Bolt Corp

Overhead Crane Operator

Hockley, TX · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

The Overhead Crane Operator plays a critical role in the safe and efficient movement of heavy ... Heavy equipment handling skills enable the operator to manage complex load movements and assist in ...

Mueller Industries

Overhead Crane Operator

Fulton, MS · On-site

$15.75 - $18.50/hr

The primary responsibility of the Crane Operator is to safely operate the overhead crane to lift, move, and position loads of large bundles of copper tube stock, materials, and equipment throughout ...

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How much do assistant overhead crane operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant overhead crane operator in the United States is $18.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Overhead Crane Operator vs Overhead Crane Operator?

AspectAssistant Overhead Crane OperatorOverhead Crane Operator
CertificationsTypically requires OSHA safety training and basic crane operation certificationRequires OSHA certification and often a specialized crane operator license
Work EnvironmentFactories, warehouses, construction sites with supervised crane operationSame environments, with full responsibility for crane operation
Job ResponsibilitiesAssists with crane setup, signaling, and safety checksOperates the crane independently, loads/unloads materials

In summary, an Assistant Overhead Crane Operator supports the main operator by assisting with safety and setup tasks, while an Overhead Crane Operator is responsible for the actual operation of the crane, requiring more advanced certification and experience.

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EPIC Piping

Livingston, LA

$15 - $17.75/hr

Other

Posted 9 days ago

Epic Piping rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY 

Responsible for operating an overhead crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. Depresses buttons, lifts levers, and ensures load is safely attached to crane before bringing it down.   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Reasonable Accommodations Statement 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Essential Functions Statement(s) 

• Operate crane under general supervision. 

• Manipulate or depress crane controls to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions. 

• Lift, position, and place material or other large objects needed in bays. 

• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy. 

• Operate crane according to signals from helper. 

• Start and stop crane controls. 

• Follow directions carefully. 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS  

Competency Statement(s)  

  • Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.  

  • Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.  

  • Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.  

  • Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.  

  • Loyal - The trait of feeling a duty to the employer.  

  • Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.  

  • Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.  

  • Research Skills - Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation.  

  • Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.  

  • Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.  

  • Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.  

  • Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.  

  • Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.  

SKILLS & ABILITIES 

Education:  High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Preferred  

Experience:   

Crane Operator I: 6 months to One-year experience with overhead crane 

Crane Operator II: 1-3 years’ experience with overhead crane 

Crane Operator III: 3 plus years’ experience with overhead crane 

Computer Skills:  Not applicable  

Certifications & Licenses: None specifically required.

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