Forklift Operators for hire in Milwaukee, WI
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting8%Lift Truck7%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Associate's degree14%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years24%6-10 years48%Current company
R&l carriers dock workerSaputo
48forty Solutions, LLC
Time at current job
Less than a year12%1-2 years31%2-5 years46%
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Last updated: Sep 9, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Milwaukee, WI: $44,988 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,602 – $53,824 yearly
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Warehouse Forklift Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Class DOverhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseCrane CertificationForklift CertificationFood Handler Certification+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementFedex Ship ManagerCommunication SkillsForklift Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
CDLDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL aCDL B+2 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceMechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingOTRForklift Operator/Machine Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsOrder PickingOrder PickerForklift Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
CNCDriver's LicensePallet JackMachiningPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Warehouse Management SystemInventory ControlInventory ManagementMaterials HandlingShipping & ReceivingOSHA (Regulatory Compliance Area)Forklift Material Handler
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationDriver's LicenseCrane CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingCrane OperationOverhead CranesBridge Crane OperationCrane Lifting OperationsForklift Operator/Warehouse
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Doubles/Triples EndorsementDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsVehicle Recovery Towing
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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, lift truck 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/warehouse, 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 Milwaukee, WI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 7 years of professional experience.
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