Crane Operator in Illinois

Crane operators control some of the most powerful machines on construction sites — lifting steel beams, concrete panels, and heavy equipment to precise locations hundreds of feet in the air. Licensed crane operators are among the highest-paid equipment operators in construction, with union wages and significant overtime.

$66,214 IL Median Salary
5% Growth Rate
3–4 years Training

💰 Crane Operator Salary in Illinois

Estimated salary range for Crane Operators in Illinois, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$43,000
Median
$66,214
Experienced
$95,000

🎓 Crane Operator Licensing in Illinois

Credential required: NCCCO Crane Operator Certification + State License

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Illinois state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Crane Operator Programs in Illinois

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🏫 Schools and programs related to Crane Operator in Illinois

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Rend Lake College

📍 Ina, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Heartland Community College

📍 Normal, IL
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Kaskaskia College

📍 Centralia, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Joliet Junior College

📍 Joliet, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Chicago Professional Center

📍 Prospect Heights, IL
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Southwestern Illinois College

📍 Belleville, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Elgin Community College

📍 Elgin, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Olney Central College

📍 Olney, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Illinois Valley Community College

📍 Oglesby, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College

📍 Chicago, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Illinois Central College

📍 East Peoria, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Richland Community College

📍 Decatur, IL
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Highland Community College

📍 Freeport, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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John A Logan College

📍 Carterville, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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John Wood Community College

📍 Quincy, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Kankakee Community College

📍 Kankakee, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Moraine Valley Community College

📍 Palos Hills, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Danville Area Community College

📍 Danville, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Prairie State College

📍 Chicago Heights, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr

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