Crane & Tower Operators
Also called: Crane Operator, Overhead Crane Operator, Scrap Crane Operator, Mobile Crane Operator
What they do:
Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions.
On the job, you would:
- Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload.
- Move levers, depress foot pedals, or turn dials to operate cranes, cherry pickers, electromagnets, or other moving equipment for lifting, moving, or placing loads.
- Inspect cables or grappling devices for wear and install or replace cables, as needed.
Engineering and Technology
Education and Training
Math and Science
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Controlled Movement
Hand and Finger Use
Vision
Attention
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Data base user interface and query software
Inventory management software
Industrial control software
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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