Crane Operator in California

Crane operators control some of the most powerful machines on construction sites — lifting steel beams, concrete panels, and heavy equipment to precise locations hundreds of feet in the air. Licensed crane operators are among the highest-paid equipment operators in construction, with union wages and significant overtime.

$60,083 CA Median Salary
5% Growth Rate
3–4 years Training

💰 Crane Operator Salary in California

Estimated salary range for Crane Operators in California, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$43,000
Median
$60,083
Experienced
$95,000

🎓 Crane Operator Licensing in California

Credential required: NCCCO Crane Operator Certification + State License

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the California state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Crane Operator Programs in California

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🏫 Schools and programs related to Crane Operator in California

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San Joaquin Valley College-Modesto

📍 Salida, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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College of the Sequoias

📍 Visalia, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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San Joaquin Delta College

📍 Stockton, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario

📍 Ontario, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Fresno City College

📍 Fresno, CA
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Santiago Canyon College

📍 Orange, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield

📍 Bakersfield, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Fremont

📍 Fremont, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Barstow Community College

📍 Barstow, CA
Certificate 2-4yr
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Lemoore College

📍 Lemoore, CA
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Los Medanos College

📍 Pittsburg, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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San Jose City College

📍 San Jose, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center

📍 Fresno, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Laney College

📍 Oakland, CA
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San Diego Miramar College

📍 San Diego, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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CET-Salinas

📍 Salinas, CA
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San Bernardino Valley College

📍 San Bernardino, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Clovis Community College

📍 Fresno, CA
Certificate 2-4yr
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Sacramento City College

📍 Sacramento, CA
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Diablo Valley College

📍 Pleasant Hill, CA
Certificate 2-4yr
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Los Angeles Trade Technical College

📍 Los Angeles, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Madera Community College

📍 Madera, CA
Certificate 1-<2yr

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