Career fit quiz

Is Crane Operator the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the crane operator career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the crane operator job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I like operating big machines
Statement 2 of 8I stay focused for long periods
Statement 3 of 8I’m comfortable at heights
Statement 4 of 8I take safety seriously
Statement 5 of 8I can follow signals precisely
Statement 6 of 8I want strong pay through certification
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 3–12 months plus experience training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $68,080 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Crane and tower operators use mobile, tower and overhead cranes to lift and move heavy materials and equipment at construction sites, ports, rail yards and industrial facilities.

  • Inspect cranes before each shift
  • Set up outriggers and mats on stable ground
  • Read load charts and plan lifts
  • Operate controls to lift and place loads
  • Follow signal person directions

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