Career Profile
Crane & Tower Operators
Crane and Tower Operators operate mechanical equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products.
General Information
Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions.
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Crane & Tower Operators
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 29 openings per year are projected for Crane & Tower Operators.
Employment Change
Employment for Crane & Tower Operators is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 13.7% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $28.59/hour. Entry level workers are paid $20.63, while experienced workers are paid $33.26. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 196 Crane & Tower Operators in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 222.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Crane & Tower Operators are Other Specialty Trade Contractors, Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors, and Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Crane & Tower Operators include Mechanical, Mathematics, and Transportation.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Crane & Tower Operators is HS diploma or less. 0% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.