Forklift Operators for hire in Reno, NV
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting12%Organizational Skills9%Communication Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED95%Associate's degree2%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
More than 10 years40%6-10 years30%1-2 years20%Current company
Tesla
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Trivium PackagingTime at current job
1-2 years50%More than 5 years50%
Browse Indeed's database of 2,429 profiles for Forklift Operators in Reno, NV
Last updated: Oct 7, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Reno, NV: $49,802 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $43,548 – $56,955 yearly
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Warehouse Forklift Operators
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardClass D SecurityHazmatPERC CardDriver's LicenseHazardous Material Handling+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLift TruckForklift Operator
Sparks, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCrane CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingLift TruckForkliftWarehouse Worker/Forklift Operator
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardOSHA Safety CertificationForklift CertificationHazmat EndorsementSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLift TruckWarehouse Worker/Forklift Operator
Sparks, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationHazmat Endorsement+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipOrder PickingForklift Operator
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationRBT CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10TWIC CardSix Sigma Yellow Belt+9 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsDistribution forklift Operator 3-Shipping
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Passenger EndorsementOSHA 10Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsOTRCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanic 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 45 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 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: warehouse worker/forklift operator, forklift operator/material handler/warehouse and forklift operator/machine operator.
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 Reno, NV, 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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