Forklift Operators for hire in Reno, NV
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting12%Organizational Skills11%Communication Skills10%Education level
High school diploma or GED98%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years10%3-5 years10%Current company
Tesla
Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems (Staffing Solutions)ADITime at current job
Less than a year14%1-2 years28%2-5 years41%
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Last updated: Aug 20, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Reno, NV: $49,505 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $43,523 – $56,309 yearly
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Warehouse Worker/Forklift Operator
Sparks, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Forklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationHazmat EndorsementHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceForklift Operator/ Receiving
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Pharmacy Technician CertificationPharmacy Technician LicenseDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipPharmacy Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementMaterial Handler/Machine Operator
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftConfined Space CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingCDL+10 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsMechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingBarista ExperienceForklift/Reach Truck Operator
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSafety Training Undergone+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsJust-In-TimeHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsMachine Operator
Sparks, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardCDLOSHA Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+6 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsBarcode ScannersForklift Operator
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationRBT CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10TWIC CardSix Sigma Yellow Belt+9 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational Skills
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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: dock worker/forklift operator, forklift operator/material handler/warehouse/ data entry and material handler/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 18 years of professional experience.
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