Forklift Operators for hire in Cleveland, OH
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candidates
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Most popular skills
- Heavy Lifting
- 9%
- Organizational Skills
- 8%
- Communication Skills
- 8%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 81%
- Bachelor's degree
- 7%
- Vocational or technical training
- 7%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 60%
- 3-5 years
- 20%
- 6-10 years
- 20%
Current company
nVent
Avery Dennison
Keurig Dr Pepper
Time at current job
- 1-2 years
- 40%
- 2-5 years
- 40%
- More than 5 years
- 20%
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Last updated: Oct 28, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Cleveland, OH: $42,243 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $36,304 – $49,154 yearly
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Crane Operator/Rigger
Cleveland, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Class DOSHA Safety CertificationPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementOSHA 10+10 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsForklift Operator/Dock Worker/Customer Service Representative
Cleveland, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsLift TruckForkliftShipping & ReceivingWarehouse ExperienceForklift Driver
Cleveland, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsPallet JackDelivery DrivingDelivery Driver ExperienceBox TruckWarehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Maple Heights, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHAForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Pharmacy Technician ExperienceAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsSalesCustomer ServiceOverhead Crane Operator
Cleveland, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationTanker EndorsementPharmacy Technician CertificationASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationArmed Security LicenseCNA+25 moreSkills
Just-In-TimeLeadershipHi-LoFedex Ship ManagerMathematical AptitudeHeavy LiftingMachine Operator / Manufacturing Lead Operator (Crimp Form)
Cleveland, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Lifting EquipmentLift TruckForkliftPallet JackMaterial Handling Equipment OperationReach Truck
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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: heavy lifting, organizational skills and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for forklift operators?
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: material handler/forklift operator, machine operator / manufacturing lead operator (crimp form) and warehouse lead associate/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 Cleveland, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 11 years of professional experience.
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