Forklift Operators for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Heavy Lifting9%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED91%Vocational or technical training7%Associate's degree2%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years8%6-10 years34%Current company
18th Street BreweryAdvance Logistic SolutionsAhmer & Son Inc -Orland Park, ILTime at current job
1-2 years25%2-5 years55%More than 5 years20%
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Last updated: Jul 25, 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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Blender 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
Class DDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Backflow CertificationNon-CDL Class CSkills
Vehicle SpottingAnalysis SkillsPower ToolsCookingBucket OperationBoom LiftForklift operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Air Brake EndorsementTWIC CardLEED CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsForklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCDL aLEED CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsFedex Ship ManagerProduct ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceSupervising ExperiencePackingForklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Welding InspectorOSHA 10Journeyman LicenseDriver's LicenseCDL aWelding CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingLift TruckForkliftMaterial Handling Equipment OperationForklift Operator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationPassenger EndorsementOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseOverhead Crane CertificationSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor Experience
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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, heavy lifting and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a forklift operator?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Forklift Certification, Driver's License and 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 14 years of professional experience.
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