Forklift Operators for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Organizational Skills10%Heavy Lifting9%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Vocational or technical training9%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years10%6-10 years34%Current company
Alliance Ground International
Amazon
18th Street BreweryTime at current job
Less than a year8%1-2 years8%2-5 years60%
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Last updated: Jul 27, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $47,348 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,245 – $58,619 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Scissor Lift CertificationOSHA 10CPRElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSafety Training UndergoneForklift CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsService Technician ExperienceBlender Operator/forklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitQMHP CertificationQIDP CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL CCPRSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementRotational MoldingOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceForklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSafety Training UndergoneSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsWarehouse ExperienceForklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10CPRElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsVehicle SpottingPublic SpeakingForklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Class DDOT Physical ExaminationPassenger EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CSkills
Heavy LiftingOTRTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsForklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CServsafeSafety Training UndergoneForklift CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational Skills
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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 43 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 a forklift operator?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Electric Pallet Jack Certification.
What are some job titles related to forklift operators?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to forklift operators include: blender operator/forklift 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 12 years of professional experience.
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