Forklift Operator Jobs in Alaska

A Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the logistics industry, ensuring the efficient management of goods in warehouses and distribution centers. Their primary responsibilities include loading and unloading cargo, moving goods stored on pallets or in crates around the storage facility, stacking goods in the correct storage bays, and following inventory control instructions. They also check loads for accuracy and damages, ensuring that the correct products are delivered to the right location. To ensure safety, forklift operators are required to perform regular machine checks and adhere to safety regulations.

Important skills for a Forklift Operator include good hand-eye coordination, physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to adhere to safety guidelines. As the work involves lifting heavy goods and operating machinery, forklift operators must be comfortable with physical work and have a high level of mechanical aptitude. They should also have a good understanding of warehouse processes and inventory control. Certifications in forklift operation are critical, with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) forklift certification being a common requirement. Prior to becoming a Forklift Operator, a person may have roles such as a Warehouse Associate, Delivery Driver, or Material Handler.

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Retail Warehouse Clerk (Kenai Fjords Tours)

  • Seward, AK
  • 19 days ago
  • Seward, AK
  • 19 days ago

What perks can you expect?: Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections. Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends. Get discounts on hotel stays, dining,...

Warehouse Person - Fairbanks - USA0003GE

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 1 day ago

Performs various warehouse receiving, moving, stocking, and staging materials in support of operational requirements and shipping assignments as directed.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for...

Dock Worker - Swing Shift ($20.02 - $30.03 DOE)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

/unload containers, lift materials, verify and receive POs and BOLs, count and label + Pack and/or ship materials in compliance with DOT and Carlile policies and procedures + Consolidate boxes and pallets...

Sales Warehouse/Material Handler

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

Here is a list of some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during the workday: Load and unload pallets and individual cases to and from trailers Pick appropriate cases according to...

Wholesale Warehouse Associate

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 3 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 3 days ago

.- Segregates and breaks down pallets as needed.- Housekeeping duties of wholesale warehouse (sweeping, cleaning, assisting warehouse personnel as needed.- Maintains a clean and safe working environment...

Wholesale Warehouse Picker/Forklift Operator

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 3 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 3 days ago

Segregates and breaks down pallets as needed. Housekeeping duties of wholesale warehouse (sweeping, cleaning, assisting warehouse personnel as needed....

Yard Foreman Yard

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 4 days ago

What You'll Do: Directs workers in loading, unloading and movement of materials on the premises utilizing material handling equipment and machinery; oversees receiving of yard materials and instructs...

Warehouse Person - Fairbanks

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 4 days ago

We are on a mission to become the world's most sustainable and innovative maritime, logistics, and technology company. As a privately- held, U.S - owned and operated company, Crowley provides...

Warehouse Order Selector

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 4 days ago

We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience: You have, or can obtain, clearance to ride electric pallet jack and other equipment as necessary....

Warehouse Bulk Picker Full Time 2nd Shift

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 4 days ago

You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures....

Warehouse Person (Loader)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago

Works from Electronic order system or order sheets to build loads using a forklift and/or electronic pallet jack....

Warehouse Associate - Produce - Ditomasos Ditos (R184266)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago

Warehouse Associate - Produce - Ditomasos Ditos (R184266) Job Employer Name: Ditomasos DitosSpiderID: 13935706 Location: Anchorage, AlaskaDate Posted: 1/30/2025 Wage: DOE/HourlyCategory:...

Forklift Operator - Sysco Alaska (R181170)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES Conform to appropriate equipment (i.e., tugs, forklifts, pallet jacks) operation rules and practices to reduce accidents and injuries....

Warehouse Associate - Ditomasos (R171352)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reads pick sheets and travel to proper warehouse locations using a pallet jack....

Warehouse Associate - Ditomasos (R184613)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reads pick sheets and travel to proper warehouse locations using a pallet jack....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Alaska

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Alaska offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Forklift Operators in Alaska
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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