Forklift Operators for hire in Cincinnati, OH
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Heavy Lifting9%Communication Skills8%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED95%Bachelor's degree2%Associate's degree2%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years26%6-10 years42%Current company
DHL
Koch Foods
AeroTime at current job
Less than a year21%1-2 years43%2-5 years29%
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Last updated: Sep 9, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Cincinnati, OH: $46,328 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $40,586 – $52,883 yearly
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Forklift Operator/Order Puller
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsWarehouse Lead/Forklift Operator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftCrane Lifting OperationsFood Safety CertificationCrane OperationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+12 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsForklift Operator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
National Institute for Certification in Engineering TechnologiesDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Forklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsCost Accounting StandardsPublic SpeakingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceTime ManagementForklift Operator/Order Puller
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Forklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPackingPackagingOrder PickingForklift Operator/Machine Operator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Crane CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingSkills
Janitorial ExperienceCustodial ExperienceCleaningHousekeeping AssistanceUnloadingLoading
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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 42 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: heavy lifting, communication skills 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: forklift operator/order puller, forklift operator/machine operator and forklift operator/material handler.
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 Cincinnati, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 9 years of professional experience.
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