California
In 2025 the annual median wage for crane operators in California is over $78,000 and ranks the 2nd highest employment level in the nation. California Crane Operator Salaries in 2025.)
California Legal Documents & References
OSHA established the Final Rule for operation and inspection safety for all Cranes and Derricks in the United States.
California has regulation requirements that are unique and go beyond OSHA’s Final Rule. Cal-OSHA Title 8 requirements are necessary to operator a crane in California.
Read our article ‘Title 8 Spotlight: Beyond Federal OSHA Standards‘ to understand more.
California Legal Documents & References
General Industry Safety Orders – Cranes and Other Hoisting Equipment
- Article 91 Definitions
- Article 92 Cranes (Except Boom-Type Mobile Cranes)
- Article 93 Boom-Type Mobile Cranes
- Article 94 Hydraulic Cranes And Excavators
- Article 95 Derricks
- Article 96 Tower Cranes
- Article 97 Hoists, Auxillary Hoisting Equipment And Hoisting Operations
- Article 98 Operating Rules
- Article 99 Testing
- Article 100 Inspection And Maintenance
- Article 101 Slings
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California Regulation Plates
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California Crane Operator Salary
July 28, 2026
The following will display statistics that show statistics for the annual salary of crane operators in California. These will cover previous years, the most current data (2025), and growth over the last 5 years. The profession is considered healthy in demand and…
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High Demand & Job Security in a Growing Industry
The average employment growth rate for crane operators is 10% which is double the national average for all occupations. A variety of industries require crane operators such as: electrical, oil and drilling, construction, and more.
California Crane School has an extensive network of employers looking for a certified crane operator like you.
High Demand & Job Security in a Growing Industry
The average employment growth rate for crane operators is 10% which is double the national average for all occupations. A variety of industries require crane operators such as: electrical, oil and drilling, construction, and more.
California Crane School has an extensive network of employers looking for a certified crane operator like you.



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