Career Resources & Information

The SC&RF Careers Resources page is your gateway to exciting opportunities in the crane, rigging and oversize/overweight transportation industry.

Whether you’re interested in working with heavy machinery, mechanics, operating a crane or welding –  this page provides insights into various career paths that keep this niche of the construction industry moving. From crane mechanics to welders and equipment operators, you’ll find information on the skills needed, education requirements, and job growth potential.

If you enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, and working with big machines, a career in the skilled trades could be the perfect fit.

Explore different roles, learn about training opportunities, and discover a rewarding career with strong demand and great earning potential!

Career Pathways

Learn more about careers in the industry, what skills and education is needed and average salaries.

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Find a Company In Your Area

Many companies offer training or partner with a local union to get qualified candidates trained. Search for a company in your area.

Unions

Unions provide approximately 52% of the labor on the crane and rigging side of the industry.  To learn more about each union, follow the links below.  Contact a company in your area to learn more about what unions they work with and how to learn more about apprenticeships.

IUOE Logo

The International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE)

Iron Workers Union

Ironworkers Union

Painters & Allied Trades

International Union of Painters and Allied Trades

IBEW

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

LIUNA

Laborers’ International Union of North America

Teamsters

The Teamsters

Certifications

There are several certifying bodies that companies and unions rely on to provide certification or in some cases qualification.

National Commission for the
Certification of Crane Operators

National Center for Construction
Education and Research

OSHA – Occupational Safety and
Health Administration