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TREO STAFFING LLC

Crane Operator

Pascagoula, MS · On-site

The 1st Class Crane Operator is responsible for the safe operation of a crawler crane friction and ... heavy lift cranes, cherry pickers, forklifts, barge cranes, load charts, load limits, and all ...

Donjon Marine Co., Inc.

CRANE OPERATOR

Newark, NJ · On-site

Open Position - Crane Operator Full time position based out of Port Newark, NJ Required: NCCCO ... Marine heavy lift experience and operation of duty cycle cranes (i.e. for dredging and/or marine ...

Crane Works

CRANE OPERATOR

Decatur, AL · On-site

Crane Operator The Crane Operator must be able to operate various types of cranes and boom trucks ... Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds * Must be able to climb on and off trucks, cranes, and heavy ...

LV Crane and Rigging

Crane Operator

Stockdale, TX · On-site

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Crane Operator role based in Stockdale, TX. The Crane Operator will operate cranes and related heavy lifting equipment to move, lift, and position ...

Continental Heavy Civil

Crane Operator

Sarasota, FL · On-site

Properly rig, lift, move, and position materials and equipment * Ensure equipment is operated and ... Prior heavy civil/construction experience required * Knowledge of crane operations, rigging, load ...

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How much do heavy lift crane operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for heavy lift crane operator in the United States is $28.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Heavy Lift Crane Operator vs Tower Crane Operator?

AspectHeavy Lift Crane OperatorTower Crane Operator
CertificationsCrane Operator Certification, specialized in heavy lift operationsCrane Operator Certification, often includes tower crane-specific training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial projects involving heavy loadsHigh-rise construction, tall building sites
Industry UsageHeavy industry, infrastructure, large-scale constructionCommercial and residential high-rise construction
Common Search/ComparisonHeavy Lift Crane Operator vs Tower Crane Operator

Heavy Lift Crane Operators specialize in handling extremely heavy loads, often in industrial or large-scale construction projects. Tower Crane Operators focus on operating tower cranes for high-rise building construction. While both roles require crane operation certifications and work in construction environments, their specific skills and project types differ.

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Infographic showing various Heavy Lift Crane Operator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,350 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Crane Operator

Pascagoula, MS • On-site

TREO STAFFING LLC
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Job description

The 1st Class Crane Operator is responsible for the safe operation of a crawler crane friction and hydraulic, cherry picker, forklift, barge cranes, gantry crane or any designated piece of equipment, also assist in the maintenance of their rig and will participate in doing some of their own rigging.
The ideal candidate must have a minimum of three (3) years experience and have a full understanding of overhead cranes, heavy lift cranes, cherry pickers, forklifts, barge cranes, load charts, load limits, and all aspects of the machinery and lifting loads.
MUST have at least 3 years shipyard experience.
MUST be capable of operating hydraulic cranes, frictioncranes , dockside cranes, Forklifts, and cherry pickers.
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