Forklift Operators for hire in Omaha, NE
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Heavy Lifting8%Lift Truck7%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Bachelor's degree7%Vocational or technical training5%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%3-5 years20%6-10 years20%Current company
Conagra Brands
Compana Pet Brands
Firstar fiberTime at current job
1-2 years50%Less than a year25%More than 5 years25%
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Last updated: Oct 4, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Omaha, NE: $51,257 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $42,691 – $61,543 yearly
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Forklift operator
Bellevue, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
CDLSchool Bus EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL BSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTypingForklift Operator/Material Handler
Bellevue, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
EPA CertificationFood Safety CertificationEPA Type IAerial Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+10 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingProduct ManagementFedex Ship ManagerForklift Operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsCookingFood PreparationFullfillment Associate
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
HazmatHazardous Material HandlingFall Protection CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingWarehouse ExperienceMicrosoft WordForklift Operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
Scissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Safe Quality Food CertificationOSHAElectric Pallet Jack Certification+3 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLift TruckForkliftHi-LoRF ScannerForklift Driver and Machine Operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
EPA 608 Technician CertificationBlueprint ReadingEPA Universal CertificationInterpreting Technical DrawingsForklift CertificationEPA Refrigeration Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsDecision MakingConflict Management
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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: communication skills, heavy lifting and lift truck.
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: fullfillment associate, certified forklift operator/team leader manager 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 Omaha, NE, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 12 years of professional experience.
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