Crane Operator

Career Overview

Crane operators in the forest industry operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions where maneuverability is restricted, and accuracy is critical. Some operators may use RF scans to enter PO numbers for various products. You may also do material handling work like stacking lumber and getting it ready for shipping. Being a crane operator is a fast-paced, physically demanding job that requires attention to detail and good hand-eye coordination.

Other job titles include: crane operator, heavy equipment operator, machine operator, mobile crane operator, overhead crane operator, port crane operator, scrap crane operator, winchman, woodyard crane operator