A certified operator who lifts and places heavy loads using mobile and tower cranes on construction and industrial sites.
What crane operators do
Crane operators lift structural steel, precast concrete, equipment, and containers using lattice, hydraulic, and tower cranes. They calculate loads against rated capacities, coordinate with signal persons and riggers, and adjust for wind and ground conditions.
Training path
Most US crane operators complete a three- to four-year operating engineer apprenticeship and pass National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators exams covering specific crane types. State licensing applies in several states.
Settings
Crane operators work for general contractors on high-rise and industrial projects, container terminals at seaports, shipyards, refineries during turnarounds, and crane rental companies that supply operators and equipment to clients.
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