Machine Operators for hire in Reno, NV
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting7%Communication Skills6%Time Management6%Education level
High school diploma or GED79%Associate's degree12%Vocational or technical training7%Years of experience
6-10 years50%More than 10 years40%3-5 years10%Current company
Mars, Inc
Stericycle
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Time at current job
2-5 years50%1-2 years33%More than 5 years17%
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Last updated: Oct 22, 2026
Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Reno, NV: $77,053 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $65,651 – $90,436 yearly
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Skilled machine operated three Electrolyte
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
HazmatFlagger CertificationHazardous Material HandlingDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class C+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLift TruckForkliftMachine Operator
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
MSHA CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCDL CNon-CDL Class CSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceMachine Operator
Sparks, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsManagementLift TruckAssembler 1
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftMaterial Handling Equipment OperationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCPRForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLogistics Cargo HandlingPackingUnloadingMachine Operator/Maintenance
Reno, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsComputer OperationShift Lead Machine Operator & Peer Trainer
Sparks, Nevada
Licenses & certifications
Electric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsLift TruckForkliftPallet JackMaterial Handling Equipment Operation
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What's the average time to fill a machine operator role?
The average time to fill a machine operator role is 73 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do machine operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a machine operator include: heavy lifting, communication skills and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for machine operators?
Common licenses or certifications for machine operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and OSHA 10.
What are some job titles related to machine operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machine operators include: skilled machine operated three electrolyte, assembler 1 and skilled machine operator 3.
What level of education is common for a machine operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a machine operator in Reno, NV, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a machine operator?
Most machine operators have 12 years of professional experience.
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