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Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Maine
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Crane and Tower Operators make in Maine?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$65,690
Median Annual Salary
▲
+7.1% vs 2024
$66,340
Mean Salary
$65,690
Median Salary
$31.58
Hourly Rate
360 people work as Crane and Tower Operators in Maine
Crane and Tower Operators salary by percentile in Maine
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Crane and Tower Operators in Maine earn a median salary of $65,690 per year ($5,474/month).
This is 9.6% below the national average of $72,701.
Maine ranks #28 out of 50 states for Crane and Tower Operators pay.
Approximately 360 people work in this occupation across Maine.
Salaries increased by 7.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Crane and Tower Operators
Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
3.88
Operations Monitoring
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.25
Active Listening
3.12
Monitoring
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
3.55
Mathematics
3.0
Transportation
2.93
English Language
2.91
Public Safety and Security
2.77
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(60.6% of workers)
Salaries for Crane and Tower Operators in Maine range from $45,310 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $90,730 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $49,200 and $77,460.
Median $65,690
P10: $45,310P25: $49,200P75: $77,460P90: $90,730
10th
$45,310
25th
$49,200
Median
$65,690
75th
$77,460
90th
$90,730
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,310
$21.78
$3,775
25th Percentile
$49,200
$23.65
$4,100
Median (50th)
$65,690
$31.58
$5,474
75th Percentile
$77,460
$37.24
$6,455
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$90,730
$43.62
$7,560
Note: The mean (average) salary of $66,340 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Crane and Tower Operators make in Maine?
The median annual salary for Crane and Tower Operators in Maine is $65,690 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $66,340.
What is the salary range for a Crane and Tower Operators in Maine?
Salaries for Crane and Tower Operators in Maine range from $45,310 at the 10th percentile to $90,730 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $49,200 and $77,460.
What is the starting salary for a Crane and Tower Operators in Maine?
Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators positions in Maine typically start around $45,310 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $49,200 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Crane and Tower Operators in Maine?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 360 people are employed as Crane and Tower Operators in Maine.
What is the hourly rate for a Crane and Tower Operators in Maine?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Crane and Tower Operators in Maine is approximately $31.58 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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