DOD Civilian COOL Summary - 5725

Civilian Job	Duties Matched	Bright Outlook	Registered Apprenticeship	Local Salary Info
Crane and Tower Operators	Most		Apprenticeship	find local salary
Dredge Operators	Most		Apprenticeship	find local salary
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators	Some		Apprenticeship	find local salary
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers	Some	Bright Outlook		find local salary
Loading Machine Operators, Underground Mining	Some			find local salary
Pile-Driver Operators	Most	Bright Outlook		find local salary
Riggers	Some	Bright Outlook	Apprenticeship	find local salary

Click here to go to Mobile Crane Operator - Telescopic Boom Crane Fixed Cab (TSS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Mobile Crane Operator - Small Telescopic Boom Crane Specialty (TSS - Fixed Cab) is an entry- level certification exam. Mobile crane Telescopic Boom operators work in various industries and can expect to be in remote to residential and commercial construction areas, along with dock side and maritime locations. Specific requirements to operate mobile cranes include; be at least 18 years of age, should meet physical requirements, and pass written and practical examinations. The certification program offered by NCCCO is for trained crane operators who are currently working in industries in the capacity of operators, maintenance staff, inspection staff, or training personnel. Candidates must meet the ASME B30.5 physical requirements all throughout the certification program. The main theory examination consists of ninety multiple choice questions, which must be completed in ninety minutes. Additional written exam requirements are needed for this specialty.

Click here to go to Mobile Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes (LBC) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Mobile Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Crawler Specialty (LBC) is an entry- level certification exam. Mobile crane Lattice Boom crawler operators work in various industries and can expect to be in remote to residential and commercial construction areas, along with dock side and maritime locations. Specific requirements to operate mobile cranes include; be at least 18 years of age, should meet physical requirements, and pass written and practical examinations. The certification program offered by NCCCO is for trained crane operators who are currently working in industries in the capacity of operators, maintenance staff, inspection staff, or training personnel. Candidates must meet the ASME B30.5 physical requirements all throughout the certification program. The main theory examination consists of ninety multiple choice questions, which must be completed in ninety minutes. Additional written exam requirements are needed for this specialty.

Click here to go to Mobile Crane Operator - Telescopic Boom Cranes Swing Cab (TLL) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Mobile Crane Operator - Large Telescopic Boom Crane Specialty (TLL - Swing Cab) is an entry- level certification exam. Mobile crane swing cab operators work in various industries and can expect to be in remote to residential and commercial construction areas, along with dock side and maritime locations. Specific requirements to operate mobile cranes swing cabs include; be at least 18 years of age, should meet physical requirements, and pass written and practical examinations. The certification program offered by NCCCO is for trained crane operators who are currently working in industries in the capacity of operators, maintenance staff, inspection staff, or training personnel. Candidates must meet the ASME B30.5 physical requirements all throughout the certification program. The main theory examination consists of ninety multiple choice questions, which must be completed in ninety minutes. Additional written exam requirements are needed for this specialty.

Click here to go to Mobile Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Truck Crane (LBT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Mobile Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Truck Crane Specialty (LBT) is an entry- level certification exam. Mobile crane Lattice Boom Truck operators work in various industries and can expect to be in remote to residential and commercial construction areas, along with dock side and maritime locations. Specific requirements to operate mobile cranes include; be at least 18 years of age, should meet physical requirements, and pass written and practical examinations. The certification program offered by NCCCO is for trained crane operators who are currently working in industries in the capacity of operators, maintenance staff, inspection staff, or training personnel. Candidates must meet the ASME B30.5 physical requirements all throughout the certification program. The main theory examination consists of ninety multiple choice questions, which must be completed in ninety minutes. Additional written exam requirements are needed for this specialty.

Click here to go to Tower Crane Operator COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Tower Crane Operator is an entry- level certification exam. Tower Crane operators work in various industries and can expect to be in remote to residential and commercial construction areas, along with dock side and maritime locations. Specific requirements to operate Tower cranes include; be at least 18 years of age, should meet physical requirements, and pass written and practical examinations. The certification program offered by NCCCO is for trained crane operators who are currently working in industries in the capacity of operators, maintenance staff, inspection staff, or training personnel. Candidates must meet the ASME B30.5 physical requirements all throughout the certification program.

Click here to go to Overhead Crane Operator COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Overhead Crane Operator is an entry- level certification exam. Overhead Crane operators work in various industries and can expect to be in remote to residential and commercial construction areas, along with dock side and maritime locations. Specific requirements to operate Overhead cranes include; be at least 18 years of age, should meet physical requirements, and pass written and practical examinations. The certification program offered by NCCCO is for trained crane operators who are currently working in industries in the capacity of operators, maintenance staff, inspection staff, or training personnel. Candidates must meet the ASME B30.5 physical requirements all throughout the certification program.

Click here to go to Large Telescoping Boom Crane, Over 75 Tons COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Large Telescoping Boom Crane, Over 75 Tons certification is an entry-level credential resulting from the experience and input of experts from a broad range of crane-related companies, industry groups, and assessment experts. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older, be physically able to operate a crane, pass the General Knowledge Exam plus one Supplemental Exam per desired crane type, pass a Practical Exam appropriate for the crane selected, honor the Crane Institute Certification Code of Ethics, and adhere to the Crane Institute Certification Substance Abuse Policy.

Click here to go to Lattice Boom Crane (Crawler and Carrier), Under 300 Tons COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Lattice Boom Crane, Under 300 Tons is an entry-level credential resulting from the experience and input of experts from a broad range of crane-related companies, industry groups, and assessment experts. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older, be physically able to operate a crane, pass the General Knowledge Exam and one Supplemental Exam per desired crane type, pass a Practical Exam appropriate for the crane selected, honor the Crane Institute Certification Code of Ethics, and adhere to the Crane Institute Certification Substance Abuse Policy.

Click here to go to Lattice Boom Crane (Crawler and Carrier), 300 Tons and Above COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Lattice Boom Crane, 300 Tons and Above certification is an entry-level credential resulting from the experience and input of experts from a broad range of crane-related companies, industry groups, and assessment experts. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older, be physically able to operate a crane, pass the General Knowledge Exam plus one Supplemental Exam per desired crane type, pass a Practical Exam appropriate for the crane selected, honor the Crane Institute Certification Code of Ethics, and adhere to the Crane Institute Certification Substance Abuse Policy.

Click here to go to Medium Telescoping Boom Crane, 21 to 75 Tons COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Medium Telescoping Boom Crane, 21 to 75 Tons certification is an entry-level credential resulting from the experience and input of experts from a broad range of crane-related companies, industry groups, and assessment experts. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older, be physically able to operate a crane, pass the General Knowledge Exam plus one Supplemental Exam per desired crane type, pass a Practical Exam appropriate for the crane selected, honor the Crane Institute Certification Code of Ethics, and adhere to the Crane Institute Certification Substance Abuse Policy.

Click here to go to Small Telescoping Boom Crane, Under 21 Tons COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Small Telescoping Boom Crane, Under 21 Tons certification is an entry-level credential resulting from the experience and input of experts from a broad range of crane-related companies, industry groups, and assessment experts. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older, be physically able to operate a crane, pass the General Knowledge Exam plus one Supplemental Exam per desired crane type, pass a Practical Exam appropriate for the crane selected, honor the Crane Institute Certification Code of Ethics, and adhere to the Crane Institute Certification Substance Abuse Policy.

Click here to go to Rigger Level I COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Rigger I is an entry-level credential, ideal for persons trained to handle and move crane-bearing loads. A Certified Rigger Level I can perform simple, repetitive rigging tasks when the load weight, center of gravity, the rigging, and rigging configuration are provided or known by the rigger through experience or on-the-job training prior to the rigging activities. Specifically, Level I Riggers should be able to demonstrate or have knowledge of how to: inspect rigging before use, identify and attach rigging with basic knowledge of hitch configurations, capacities, and basic knots, recognize associated hazards, signal operations, and use various types of rigging equipment and basic hitches and their applications. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, comply with NCCO's Substance Abuse Policy, pass a written examination, pass a practical examination, and comply with the NCCCO Code of Ethics. The Rigger I certification must be renewed every five years.

Click here to go to Signalperson COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The NCCCO Signalperson certification is an entry-level credential designed for signalpersons who are trained and who use hand and voice signals in crane operation. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants and those certified agree to comply with NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and the NCCCO Code of Ethics. To earn the certification applicants must pass exams.

Click here to go to Rigger/Signalperson Certification COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Crane Institute of America Certification (CIC), Rigger/Signalperson Certification covers the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) definition of "qualified rigger." Rigger/Signalperson candidates must have at least one year of safe rigging and signaling experience, meet physical qualification requirements, and comply with the CIC Code of Ethics and Substance Abuse Policy. Candidates must also pass both a written exam and a practical hand signal exam.

Click here to go to Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck-Articulating Boom, Fixed Controls COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck - Articulating Boom, Fixed Controls credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. The Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck - Articulating Boom, Fixed Controls credential requires candidates to take the Boom Truck written assessment, and the Rubber Tire Truck Mount practical exam.

Click here to go to Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane Boom Truck-Telescopic Boom, Rotating Controls COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck - Telescopic Boom, Rotating Controls credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. The Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck - Telescopic Boom, Rotating Controls credential requires taking the Boom Truck written assessment, and the Rubber Tire Truck Mount practical exam.

Click here to go to Crawler Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Friction Machinery COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Crawler Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Friction Machinery credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential, candidates must apply, take a written assessment, and a practical exam. The Crawler Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Friction Machinery credential requires taking the Lattice Boom written assessment, and the Crawler Mount practical exam.

Click here to go to Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Hydraulic Machinery COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Hydraulic Machinery credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential candidates must take the Lattice Boom written assessment and the Rubber Tire Truck Mount practical exam.

Click here to go to Crawler Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Hydraulic Machinery COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Crawler Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Hydraulic Machinery credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential, candidates must apply, take a written assessment, and a practical exam. The Crawler Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Hydraulic Machinery credential requires taking the Lattice Boom written assessment, and the Crawler Mount practical exam.

Click here to go to Industrial/All Purpose Crane COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Industrial/All Purpose Crane, credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER; these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential, candidates must apply; take a written assessment, and a practical exam. The Industrial/All Purpose crane operator credential requires taking both the Industrial/All Purpose written and practical exams.

Click here to go to Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Friction Machinery COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Friction Machinery credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential, candidates must apply, take a written assessment, and a practical exam. The Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Friction Machinery credential requires taking the Lattice Boom written assessment, and the Rubber Tire Truck Mount practical exam.

Click here to go to Rough Terrain/All Terrain Crane, Single Control Station, Rotating Controls COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Rough Terrain/ All Terrain Crane, Single Control Station, Rotating Controls credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential, candidates must apply, take a written assessment, and a practical exam. The Rough Terrain/All Terrain Crane, Single Control Station, Rotating Controls credential requires taking the Telescopic Boom written assessment, and the Rough Terrain/All Terrain practical exam.

Click here to go to Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck-Articulating Boom, Rotating Controls COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck - Articulating Boom, Rotating Controls credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential, candidates must apply, take a written assessment, and a practical exam. The Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck - Articulating Boom, Rotating Controls credential requires taking the Boom Truck written assessment, and the Rubber Tire Truck Mount practical exam.

Click here to go to Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane Boom Truck-Telescopic Boom, Fixed Controls COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck - Telescopic Boom, Fixed Controls credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential, candidates must apply, take a written assessment, and a practical exam. The Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck - Telescopic Boom, Fixed Controls credential requires taking the Boom Truck written assessment, and the Rubber Tire Truck Mount practical exam.

Click here to go to Rough Terrain/All Terrain Crane, Single Control Station, Fixed Controls COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Rough Terrain/ All Terrain Crane, Single Control Station, Fixed Controls credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential, candidates must apply, take a written assessment, and a practical exam. The Rough Terrain/All Terrain Crane, Single Control Station, Fixed Controls credential requires taking the Telescopic Boom written assessment, and the Rough Terrain/All Terrain practical exam.

Click here to go to Crawler Mount Crane, Telescopic Boom COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Crawler Mount Crane, Telescopic Boom credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER; these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential, candidates must apply, take a written assessment, and a practical exam. The Crawler Mount Crane, Telescopic Boom credential requires taking the Telescopic Boom written assessment, and the Crawler Mount practical exam.

Click here to go to Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane Boom Truck-Telescopic Boom All Terrain COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Telescopic Boom, All Terrain credential is issued by affiliates of the NCCER, these include companies and professional schools. Candidates must provide, through assessment and practical examination, clear and convincing evidence to NCCER that they have achieved specific competencies. To receive an NCCER credential, candidates must apply, take a written assessment, and a practical exam. The Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Telescopic Boom, All Terrain credential requires taking the Telescopic Boom written assessment, and the Rubber Tire Truck Mount practical exam.

Click here to go to Digger Derrick Operator COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Digger Derrick Operator is an entry-level certification for operators who are trained and who currently work in digger derrick operation. This equipment is frequently used by utilities and electrical contractors and is typically equipped with a digging auger and devices used to lift and stabilize a pole during installation. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, meet medical requirements, comply wtih NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics, and pass a written and practical exam.

Click here to go to Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator (BTF) certification attests to the knowledge and proficiency required for the safe operation of cranes. The Boom Truck—Fixed Cab Operator certification is a subcategory of the CCO Telescopic Boom—Fixed Cab (TSS) certification and was developed specifically for the industries that use these machines. Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operators lift, lower, and swing loads at various radii, requiring the use of outriggers/stabilizers. Candidates must pass a practical and written exam.

Click here to go to Service Truck Crane Operator COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Service Truck Crane Operator (STC) certification is an entry-level certification. Service truck cranes are a subcategory of the Telescopic Boom-Fixed Cab (TSS) certification and typically have shorter boom lengths and lower capacities and functions are typically accomplished via a winch. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, meet medical requirements, comply wtih NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics, and pass a written and practical exam.

Click here to go to Lift Director-Mobile Cranes (MLD) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Lift Director-Mobile Cranes (MLD) certification is designed for lift directors who have been trained and/or have extensive knowledge gained from experience in the crane industry. MLD candidates must be at least 18 years of age, meet medical requirements, comply with NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics, and pass six written exams.

Click here to go to Lift Director-Tower Cranes (TLD) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Lift Director-Tower Cranes (TLD) certification is designed for lift directors who have been trained and/or have extensive knowledge gained from experience in the crane industry. TLD candidates must be at least 18 years of age, meet medical requirements, comply with NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics, and pass four written exams.

Click here to go to Articulating Boom Crane (ABC) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Articulating Boom Crane (ABC) certification is for individuals who operate articulating boom cranes such as knucklebooms or folding cranes. ABC candidates must be at least 18 years of age, meet medical requirements, comply with NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics, and pass both a written and practical exam.

Click here to go to Articulating Boom Crane with Winch (ABW) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Articulating Boom Crane w/ Winch (ABW) certification is for individuals who operate articulating boom cranes such as knucklebooms or folding cranes with a winch. ABW candidates must be at least 18 years of age, meet medical requirements, comply with NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics, and pass both a written and practical exam.

Click here to go to Articulating Boom Loader (ABL) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Articulating Boom Loader (ABL) certification is for individuals who operate articulating boom loaders or material handlers such as drywall, wallboard, sheet rock, or palletized materials cranes or non-folding cranes. ABL candidates must be at least 18 years of age, meet medical requirements, comply with NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics, and pass both a written and practical exam.

Click here to go to Mobile Crane Inspector COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Mobile Crane Inspector certification is for individuals who inspect mobile cranes. Mobile Crane Inspector candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have at least five years of crane-related experience, meet medical requirements, and comply with NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics. Candidates must also pass three written exams.

Click here to go to Tower Crane Inspector COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Tower Crane Inspector certification is for individuals who inspect tower cranes. Tower Crane Inspector candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have at least five years of crane-related experience, meet medical requirements, and comply with NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics. Candidates must also pass three written exams.

Click here to go to Overhead Crane Inspector COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Overhead Crane Inspector certification is for individuals who inspect overhead cranes. Overhead Crane Inspector candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have at least five years of crane-related experience, meet medical requirements, and comply with NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics. Candidates must also pass two written exams.

In Demand

This certification is considered in demand

GI Bill^®

Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill. Click for external link to GI Bill licensing and certification information.

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ANSI

This credential has been accredited by ANSI. Click for external link to the ANSI web site.

ICAC

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NCCA

This credentialing program has been accredited by NCCA. Click for external link to the NCCA web site.

ABSNC

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IAS

This credential has been accredited by IAS. Click for external link to the IAS web site.

Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)

Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)

Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job

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5725 - Crane Operating

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Credential	Agency	Related As	GI Bill^®	Accreditation
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Is Not In Demand	United States Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)	Other
Mobile Crane Operator - Telescopic Boom Crane Fixed Cab (TSS) Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some	GI Bill	Accreditation
Mobile Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes (LBC) Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some	GI Bill	Accreditation
Mobile Crane Operator - Telescopic Boom Cranes Swing Cab (TLL) Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some	GI Bill	Accreditation
Mobile Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Truck Crane (LBT) Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some	GI Bill	Accreditation
Tower Crane Operator Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Most		Accreditation
Overhead Crane Operator Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Most		Accreditation
Large Telescoping Boom Crane, Over 75 Tons Is Not In Demand	Crane Institute of America Certification (CIC)	Some
Lattice Boom Crane (Crawler and Carrier), Under 300 Tons Is Not In Demand	Crane Institute of America Certification (CIC)	Some
Lattice Boom Crane (Crawler and Carrier), 300 Tons and Above Is Not In Demand	Crane Institute of America Certification (CIC)	Some
Medium Telescoping Boom Crane, 21 to 75 Tons Is Not In Demand	Crane Institute of America Certification (CIC)	Some
Small Telescoping Boom Crane, Under 21 Tons Is Not In Demand	Crane Institute of America Certification (CIC)	Some
Rigger Level I Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some		Accreditation
Signalperson Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some		Accreditation
Rigger/Signalperson Certification Is Not In Demand	Crane Institute of America Certification (CIC)	Some
Master Rigger Certification Is Not In Demand	Crane Institute of America Certification (CIC)	Other
Rigger Certification - Basic Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Other
Rigger Certification - Intermediate Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Other
Rigger Certification - Advanced Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Other
Rigger Level II Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Other		Accreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck-Articulating Boom, Fixed Controls Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane Boom Truck-Telescopic Boom, Rotating Controls Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Crawler Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Friction Machinery Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Hydraulic Machinery Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Crawler Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Hydraulic Machinery Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Industrial/All Purpose Crane Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Most		Accreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Friction Machinery Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Rough Terrain/All Terrain Crane, Single Control Station, Rotating Controls Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck-Articulating Boom, Rotating Controls Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane Boom Truck-Telescopic Boom, Fixed Controls Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Rough Terrain/All Terrain Crane, Single Control Station, Fixed Controls Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Crawler Mount Crane, Telescopic Boom Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane Boom Truck-Telescopic Boom All Terrain Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Some		Accreditation
Digger Derrick Operator Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some		Accreditation
Signal Person Is Not In Demand	National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)	Other
Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some		Accreditation
Service Truck Crane Operator Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some		Accreditation
Lift Director-Mobile Cranes (MLD) Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some		Accreditation
Lift Director-Tower Cranes (TLD) Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some		Accreditation
Articulating Boom Crane (ABC) Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some
Articulating Boom Crane with Winch (ABW) Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some
Articulating Boom Loader (ABL) Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some
Mobile Crane Inspector Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some		Accreditation
Tower Crane Inspector Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some		Accreditation
Overhead Crane Inspector Is Not In Demand	National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)	Some		Accreditation

5725 - Crane Operating

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In Demand

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ANSI

ICAC

NCCA

ABSNC

IAS

Some

Most

Other

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