Forklift Operators for hire in Fort Wayne, IN
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting9%Communication Skills8%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED87%Associate's degree9%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%6-10 years20%1-2 years10%Current company
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AAMTime at current job
2-5 years43%Less than a year29%More than 5 years29%
Browse Indeed's database of 2,834 profiles for Forklift Operators in Fort Wayne, IN
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Fort Wayne, IN: $42,889 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $30,793 – $59,738 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCDL CNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsForklift Operator
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
EPA CertificationCertified Quality TechnicianOSHA 10OSHAElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingProduct ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftManufacturingHazmatMaterial Handling Equipment OperationMachine OperationDriver's License+12 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsJust-In-TimeForklift Operator - 1st ($19.50/hr)
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL aForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementJust-In-TimeOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsRetail Sales TransactionsForklift Operator/Material Handler
New Haven, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitDriver's LicenseServsafeForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsService Technician ExperiencePublic SpeakingForklift Operator
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
HazmatHazardous Material HandlingOSHA 10ServsafeForklift CertificationDiesel Mechanic Certification+1 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAssemblyAssembly Line ExperienceLift TruckForklift
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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 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, order picker 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 Fort Wayne, IN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 15 years of professional experience.
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