How much does a Crane Operator make in Clearwater, FL? The average Crane Operator salary in Clearwater, FL is $48,339 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $42,856 and $56,515. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Crane Operator Salary $37,864 Clearwater,FL February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Crane Operator Salary $42,856 Clearwater,FL February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Crane Operator Salary $48,339 Clearwater,FL February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Crane Operator Salary $56,515 Clearwater,FL February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Crane Operator Salary $63,958 Clearwater,FL February 26, 2024
25% $42,856 10% $37,864 90% $63,958 75% $56,515 $48,339 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Transportation: Refers to the mode of travel used to get from home to work most frequently. The transportation are bus, train, aeroplane, ship, car, etc while the mode of transportation refers to road, air, sea/ocean, etc.

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Work Ethic: A belief that work and diligence have a moral benefit and an inherent ability, virtue or value to strengthen character and individual abilities. A set of values centered on importance of work and manifested by determination or desire to work hard.

Planning 6.59%
Transportation 3.48%
Work Ethic 1.43%
Others 88.5%

Job Description for Crane Operator

Crane Operator operates a crane to lift, move, load, unload, or position heavy materials or equipment. Performs daily safety and performance checks of crane equipment and may perform routine maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating or checking fluid levels. Being a Crane Operator communicates via hand or radio signals to receive or convey instructions. Identifies and addresses potential hazards and adheres to all safety protocols. Additionally, Crane Operator maintains documentation of activities including time logs and inspection reports to ensure compliance with regulations and operating procedures. Typically requires a high school diploma. May require NCCCO Certification. May require State License. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Crane Operator works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Crane Operator typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Crane Operator

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For Crane Operator, the first career path typically progresses to Crane Operator, Sr..

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Crane Operator salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Crane Operator, the highest Crane Operator salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Crane Operator salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Crane Operator salary is in Miami, FL, where the Crane Operator salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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