Forklift Operators for hire in Chicago, IL
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15,653
candidates
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 10%
- Organizational Skills
- 9%
- Heavy Lifting
- 7%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 84%
- Vocational or technical training
- 7%
- Associate's degree
- 7%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 50%
- 6-10 years
- 40%
- 3-5 years
- 10%
Current company
DHL
Estes Express Lines
Novolex
Time at current job
- 1-2 years
- 67%
- 2-5 years
- 33%
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Last updated: Oct 28, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $47,149 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,873 – $57,188 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseLicensed Practical NurseServsafe CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skillsforklift operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftForklift CertificationLift TruckSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementForklift CertificationHigh Reach Forklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Electric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsShipping & ReceivingReach TruckLift TruckForklift Operator/Material Handler
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardHazmatDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Hazardous Material HandlingAir Brake Endorsement+8 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsForklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOil ChangeForklift Operator/Material Handler
Cicero, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationHazmat EndorsementSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceFedex Ship ManagerLeadership
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What's the average time to fill a forklift operator role?
The average time to fill a forklift operator role is 46 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do forklift operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a forklift operator include: communication skills, organizational skills and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for forklift operators?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Forklift Certification, Driver's License and OSHA 10.
What are some job titles related to forklift operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to forklift operators include: forklift operator/material handler, high reach forklift operator and forklift operator / machine operator.
What level of education is common for a forklift operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a forklift operator in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 14 years of professional experience.
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