Crane Operators for hire in Chicago, IL
Find crane operators who can lift, lower and move materials efficiently on construction sites, while ensuring safety compliance and effective communication with ground crews. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Chicago, IL to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting8%Organizational Skills7%Communication Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Associate's degree13%Bachelor's degree3%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years6%6-10 years36%Current company
Finkl steel
Parsec, LLC
American bar productsTime at current job
Less than a year7%1-2 years15%2-5 years30%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $64,396 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $51,479 – $80,554 yearly
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Overhead crane / Machine operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftMaterial Handling Equipment OperationMachining ToolsMachining EquipmentDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+7 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsOverhead Crane Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirearms LicensePERC CardLoss Prevention QualifiedDriver's LicenseArmed Security License+7 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMathLift TruckCrane Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCDL BCrane CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCrane OperationCraneLift TruckForkliftHeavy Equipment OperationForklift/Crane Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCrane CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Crane OperationCrane Lifting OperationsCraneMaterials HandlingHeavy Equipment OperationLift TruckCrane Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementCommunication SkillsCar WashVehicle Exterior WashingOverhead crane operator/ material handler
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Crane CertificationHoisting LicenseSkills
Computer OperationComputer LiteracyComputer SkillsAssemblyWarehouse ExperienceMechanical Knowledge
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What's the average time to fill a crane operator role?
The average time to fill a crane operator role is 70 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do crane operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a crane operator include: heavy lifting, organizational skills and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a crane operator?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Crane Certification.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: overhead crane operator/ material handler, overhead crane / machine operator and core & coil assembly/crane operator.
What level of education is common for a crane operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a crane operator in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 11 years of professional experience.
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