Become a Mobile Crane Operator
Lift up materials to build projects.
Mobile Crane Operators use a cranes to lift, move, position and place materials and equipment. They perform pre-operational inspections, calculate crane capacities, determines load weight, and set-up, positions and stabilize the crane before the lift. They also disassemble, travel and transport mobile cranes.
Key Skills Needed
- Ability and agility to work at heights
- Good visual and depth perception
- Math skills
- Mechanical aptitude
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Good hand-eye coordination
- Safety awareness
Typical Mid-Range Hourly Rate
41
Career Outlook
Good - The odds of finding work in this field are good for someone who is qualified.
Pathways Into the Trade
- Trade Experience
If you already have experience – whether in Canada or internationally – you may be able to challenge the trade qualifier exam and become certified.
Working Conditions
- Work closely with riggers, trades professionals, contractors and site personnel
- Perform most work outdoors in changing weather conditions
- Travel between job sites and work in diverse industries and locations
- Follow lifting, rigging and safety procedures at all times
- Work at heights
*Profile data compiled by Labour, Skills and Immigration – AskLMI@novascotia.ca