Forklift Operators for hire in Madison, WI
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting10%Communication Skills10%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED85%Associate's degree6%Vocational or technical training4%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years22%6-10 years20%Current company
Emmi roth
ABC Supply Co
Time at current job
Less than a year18%1-2 years18%2-5 years46%
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Last updated: Aug 5, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Madison, WI: $46,499 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,903 – $57,044 yearly
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Forklift Driver/Material Handler
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationLifeguard ExperienceLean Six Sigma CertificationAerial Lift CertificationCertified Pool OperatorCertified Supply Chain ProfessionalSkills
Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsForklift Operator
Middleton, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
EPA Type ICertified Pool OperatorOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Certified Quality AuditorSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipOhmmeterWarehouse lead
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10CPRElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSafety Training UndergoneSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsForklift Operator
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingForklift Driver
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Crane Lifting OperationsOverhead Crane CertificationCraneCrane Hoisting OperationsOverhead CranesSkills
Organizational SkillsCash HandlingCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMowingConstruction 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: 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: freezer order picker/forklift operator, picker / forklift operator and team manager.
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 Madison, WI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 13 years of professional experience.
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