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Crane Operator (Grades 7 - 9)
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What they do
A Crane Operator operates cranes, machines used to maneuver materials and lift and lower objects from a great height. Works at construction sites, ports, logging sites, and electrical repair sites.
$61,572 / year median in Maine
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Crane Operator (Grades 7
•9)
US-ME-Bath Req ID:
2026-5348
Type:
Regular Full-Time Remaining Positions:
4
Post End Date:
12/31/2026
Category:
Manufacturing Salary Grade:
..
Shift:
ALL Overview Pay range for this position is $35.15/hr
•$39.03/hr. This is an experienced level position to work as a Crane Operator. Applicants may be assigned any Crane Operator Trade tasks that they are trained and qualified to perform.
Responsibilities Required :
•Basic training in safe rigging practices
Preferred:
•High School Diploma or GED
•NCCCO license.
Qualifications Required:
•Minimum 3 years of experience in the operation of bridge, remote bridge, friction, and/or mobile cranes (does not including pendant cranes) in a manufacturing environment.
•Must meet the requirements of the Crane Operator physical task analysis, including working in buildings or outside.