1. (Military) the science of the movement, supplying, and maintenance of military forces in the field. 2. (Economics) the management of materials flow through an organization, from raw materials through to finished goods. 3. the detailed planning and organization of any large complex operation.
2 International Union of Operating Engineers Crane Operator Salaries. International Union of Operating Engineers Crane Operators earn $82,000 annually, or $39 per hour, which is 65% higher than the national average for all Crane Operators at $42,000 annually and 29% higher than the national salary average for âall working Americans.
Pay by Region. The Northeast and the West were the two highest-paying regions for crane operators in 2011, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Alaska ranked first among the states, with an average annual salary of $77,800, followed by Washington at $73,270, Nevada at $71,490, Hawaii at $68,390, and California at $67,520.