Crane and Tower Operators Jobs Pay in San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $43.52 – $47.87
Average Annual Pay
Range: $90,522 – $99,574
Crane and Tower Operators Jobs Pay outside San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA
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How much do Crane and Tower Operators make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$38.84/hr
Range: $36.99 – $40.69
Annual Rate
$80,791
Range: $76,944 – $84,638
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.70/hr
Range: $43.52 – $47.87
Annual Rate
$95,048
Range: $90,522 – $99,574
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$52.55/hr
Range: $50.05 – $55.05
Annual Rate
$109,305
Range: $104,100 – $114,510
Crane and Tower Operators job description
Crane and Tower Operators professionals work in production facilities to manufacture goods and products. They operate machinery, assemble components, and ensure quality standards are met throughout the production process.
- •Operate manufacturing equipment
- •Assemble products according to specifications
- •Perform quality control checks
- •Maintain production equipment
- •Follow safety procedures
- •Meet production quotas
- •Machine operation
- •Attention to detail
- •Quality control
- •Physical stamina
- •Basic math skills
- •Safety awareness
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Manufacturing experience preferred
- •Ability to lift 25-50 pounds
- •Ability to stand for extended periods
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