Trends Crane operators use mobile cranes or draglines to lift, move or position machinery and equipment at construction sites. In construction, they might operate pile-driving cranes. As a crane operator, you will work outdoors, usually for 35 to 40 hours with some overtime occasionally.
Seasonal work is common.
Expect to work full time, part year. In 1995, all crane operators in the Cowichan region were men, and their average age was 37. Education and Training Crane operators need grade 12, with English, math and science and a Class 3 driver's licence with air endorsement. All entry level crane operators must be ticketed, with 1500 hours experience. Currently there will be few job or apprenticeship openings, but in the long term there will be more opportunities.