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Crane Operator License in New York

Quick Answer

To obtain a Crane Operator in New York, review the requirements from NYS Department of Labor~Division of Safety and Health~License and Certificate Unit, Bldg 12, Rm. 161.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

Crane Operator license in New York

bronze
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
N/A - Not displayed

Licensing Agency

NYS Department of Labor~Division of Safety and Health~License and Certificate Unit, Bldg 12, Rm. 161

Crane Operator Salary in New York

Entry Level

$63,820

Median

$110,000

Experienced

$239,200

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Crane Operator in New York.

  1. 1

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  2. 2

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  3. 3

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.