Forklift Operator Jobs in Boise, ID

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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Forklift Operator - Boise

  • Weyerhaeuser
  • Boise, ID
  • 8 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 8 days ago

Weyerhaeuser Boise Distribution Center is currently seeking a Forklift Operator....

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Production Packer 3rd Shift 5:15 pm- 5:15 am Sun.Tues. (rotating Wed.) $14+shift diff. for eligible hrs. Caldwell, ID

  • C.H. Guenther
  • Caldwell, ID (22 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Caldwell, ID (22 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 11 hours ago

The Packer will have job rotations within their shift that may include manual packaging, sealing product, organizing product into boxes, and putting product on pallets, and operating pallet jacks to...

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Production Packer 1sr Shift 5:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sun. - Tues. (rotating Wed.) $14 Caldwell, ID

  • C.H. Guenther
  • Caldwell, ID (22 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Caldwell, ID (22 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 11 hours ago

The Packer will have job rotations within their shift that may include manual packaging, sealing product, organizing product into boxes, and putting product on pallets, and operating pallet jacks to...

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HBF Forklift Operator (Crew C) Caldwell, ID

  • J.R. Simplot Company
  • Caldwell, ID (22 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Caldwell, ID (22 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 14 hours ago

Summary This job is responsible for operating material handling equipment in a safe manner for the purpose of moving, locating, stacking and counting merchandise....

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Warehouse Associate

  • North American Recycling
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 1 day ago

North American Recycling (NAR) is a premier metal recycling company servicing the south western Idaho region. Part of the Metro Group family, NAR is committed to providing quality customer service...

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Forklift Driver

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 1 day ago

Hand-stacks product from partial pallets onto full pallets of product. For additional information about pay ranges, click here....

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Stand-Up Forklift Operator

  • Lactalis American Group
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 1 day ago

Filling customer orders using RF scanner and/or voice-directed picking systems Operating stand-up forklift or electric pallet jack safely and efficiently Checking and counting all products before loading...

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Dockworker - Full Time

  • Midwest Motor Express
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities Load and unload freight in a cross-dock environment with forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks. Manually hand load, recoup, stack, and unstack shipments as necessary....

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Warehouse Material Handler - 1st Shift

  • US Venture
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 2 days ago

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to...

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Warehouse Associate Picker -case pick

  • AmerisourceBergen Corporation
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 2 days ago

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver...

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CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • ABF Freight
  • Boise, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 2 days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

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Warehouse Associate- Elections $16.00 p/h

  • Personnel Plus, Inc.
  • Boise, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 3 days ago

Personnel Plus is NOW HIRING a Warehouse Associate- Elections in Boise, ID Full-Time, day shift hours 8 am- 5 pm, Monday- Friday $16.00 p/h Temporary assignment Great summer job! Excellent...

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Warehouse Personnel

  • Furniture Row
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 3 days ago
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 3 days ago

Our Furniture Row Center in Nampa, ID is now hiring. We are looking for driven individuals to join our Warehouse team in our store! Benefits we offer for Full-Time Employees: Paid Training PTO...

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BOI Cargo Express Warehouse Agent Overnight - Full Time

  • Boise, ID
  • 4 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 4 days ago

Make sure label reled to the cargo is correct Assure proper handling and delivery of cargo and operion of reled equipment Roll loaded containers to staging positions May opere pallet jacks or move package...

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Warehouse Associate - Wash Load Capacity Specialist

  • Cintas
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nampa, ID (20 miles from Boise, ID)
  • 4 days ago

Requisition Number: 227141 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate - Wash Load Capacity Specialist to support the Rental Division. The Wash Load Capacity Specialist is responsible...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Boise, ID

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Boise, ID offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Boise, ID
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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