Crane and Tower Operators
Also called: Crane Operator, Mobile Crane Operator, Overhead Crane Operator, Scrap 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.
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