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Tower Crane Operator

Tower Crane Operators are calm, decisive and coordinated professionals who take on the challenge of lifting heavy loads to great heights while ensuring the safety of everyone around them.

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Mobile Crane Operator

Mobile Crane Operators are precise, careful tradespeople who use calculations to safely move and lift the essential items and resources needed to build and repair a wide range of structures.

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Boom Truck Operator (Stiff Boom Unlimited Tonnage)

Boom Truck Operators (Stiff Boom Unlimited Tonnage) move and lift the essential items and resources needed to build and repair a wide range of structures. They’re confident drivers and safety experts. 

 

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Boom Truck Operator: (Folding Boom Unlimited Tonnage)

Boom Truck Operators (Folding Boom Unlimited Tonnage) move and lift the essential items and resources needed to build and repair a wide range of structures. They’re confident drivers and safety experts. 

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Mobile Crane Operator - Hydraulic 80 Tonnes and Under

Mobile Crane Operators (80 tonnes and under) are attentive and careful tradespeople who enjoy the challenge of operating a complex, mobile vehicle safely and efficiently.

Jul 06, 2026
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Mobile Crane Operator and Tower Crane Operator Announced as Skilled Trades Certification Trades

Today, the Government of British Columbia announced Mobile Crane Operator and Tower Crane Operator will become Skilled Trades Certification (compulsory) trades. 

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Skilled Trades Certification (Compulsory Trades)
Skilled Trades Certification, also known as compulsory trades, is now in effect, requiring tradespeople in select trades to be registered apprentices, trade qualifiers, or certified journeypersons. Skilled Trades Certification, also known as compulsory trades, is now in effect, requiring tradespeople in select trades to be registered apprentices, trade qualifiers, or certified journeypersons.
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Verify a Tradesperson's Certification
Verify a tradesperson's B.C. Certificate of Qualification or Red Seal endorsement using SkilledTradesBC's online tool. Use this tool to verify that an individual has been issued a Certificate of Qualification or Red Seal in B.C.
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