Cherry Pickers for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Lift Truck10%Heavy Lifting9%Forklift8%Education level
High school diploma or GED95%Associate's degree2%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
6-10 years60%1-2 years20%More than 10 years20%Current company
Wayfair
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Time at current job
2-5 years50%1-2 years33%More than 5 years17%
Browse Indeed's database of 9,220 profiles for Cherry Pickers in Chicago, IL
Last updated: Oct 8, 2026
Cherry Picker: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $43,410 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $41,381 – $45,539 yearly
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Warehouse/Forklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingRF ScannerLift TruckCDL Shuttle Driver and forklift operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
CDLDoubles/Triples EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL CAir Brake Endorsement+4 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementReach TruckLift TruckDock Worker/Forklift Operator - Afternoon/Evening Shift
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Asbestos CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLift TruckForkliftWarehouse ExperiencePackagingReach TruckForklift Operator/Material Handler
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLift TruckForkliftHi-LoWarehouse ExperienceCherry Picker Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
AEDAir Brake EndorsementSafe Quality Food CertificationCPRHACCP CertificationElectric Pallet Jack Certification+2 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsCherry Picker Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseCPREPA Universal CertificationServsafeForklift Certification+3 moreSkills
Time ManagementVehicle SpottingPublic SpeakingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy Lifting
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What's the average time to fill a cherry picker role?
The average time to fill a cherry picker role is 34 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do cherry pickers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a cherry picker include: lift truck, heavy lifting and forklift.
What licenses or certifications are common for cherry pickers?
Common licenses or certifications for cherry pickers include: Forklift Certification, Driver's License and Pallet Jack Certification.
What are some job titles related to cherry pickers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to cherry pickers include: cherry picker operator, warehouse/forklift operator and forklift operator/material handler.
What level of education is common for a cherry picker?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a cherry picker in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a cherry picker?
Most cherry pickers have 9 years of professional experience.
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