Loaders for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting9%Communication Skills8%Organizational Skills6%Education level
High school diploma or GED79%Vocational or technical training11%Associate's degree9%Years of experience
1-2 years10%3-5 years18%6-10 years34%Current company
UPS
FedEx
Amazon Warehouse
Time at current job
Less than a year4%1-2 years18%2-5 years54%
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Last updated: Aug 30, 2026
Loader: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $58,270 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $39,615 – $85,709 yearly
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Loader
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationPassenger EndorsementAcupuncture LicenseDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOTRLeadershipHeavy LiftingLift TruckForkliftCoordinator/ loader
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Google Data Analytics CertificateGoogle IT Support Professional CertificateDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Forklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMicrosoft Outlook CalendarOrder Selector/Forklift Operator/Loader
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceProduct ManagementLeadershipLoader/Sorter
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Class DOSHA 10Driver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsNegotiationCustomer ServiceDrivingClient ServicesCustomer SupportLoader/Unloader
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationForklift CertificationHVAC CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingPackingPackagingOrder PickingForklifts with Various AttachmentsOrder PickerOff Loader
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationConfidential ClearanceSkills
Communication SkillsOTRRegional LaneMathematical AptitudeTime ManagementHeavy Lifting
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What's the average time to fill a loader role?
The average time to fill a loader role is 148 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do loaders tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a loader include: heavy lifting, communication skills and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a loader?
Common licenses or certifications for loaders include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Pallet Jack Certification.
What are some job titles related to loaders?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to loaders include: coordinator/ loader, off loader and FORKLIFT LOADER.
What level of education is common for a loader?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a loader in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a loader?
Most loaders have 13 years of professional experience.
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