Forklift Operators for hire in Newark, DE
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting12%Organizational Skills12%Communication Skills11%Education level
High school diploma or GED88%Associate's degree8%Bachelor's degree2%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years18%6-10 years26%Current company
Dart Container
Lyneer Staffing Solutions
Agile cold and storageTime at current job
Less than a year5%1-2 years35%2-5 years40%
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Last updated: Jul 25, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Newark, DE: $45,592 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $39,857 – $52,152 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Newark, Delaware
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerCertified Fitness InstructorDriver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementMechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceForklift Operator/Order Puller
Newark, Delaware
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCDL aNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceMachine Operator / Forklift
New Castle, Delaware
Licenses & certifications
Class DElectric Pallet JackDriver's LicensePallet JackNon-CDL Class CCrane CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsFedex Ship ManagerOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementHeavy LiftingMachine Operator
Elkton, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftMaterial Handling Equipment OperationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationLift TruckPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Lift TruckForkliftOrder PickingOrder PickerPallet JackShipping & ReceivingWarehouse Supervisor/Forklift Operator
Elkton, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationDOT Physical ExaminationCDLASE CertificationDriver's LicenseAircraft DispatcherSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipSupervising ExperienceMechanic ExperienceOTRForklift Operator
New Castle, Delaware
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsLift 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 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, organizational skills and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a forklift operator?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification 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 and forklift operator/order puller.
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 Newark, DE, 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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