Forklift Operator Jobs in Idaho

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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Warehouse Worker

  • Boise, ID
  • 13 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 13 hours ago

Essential Skills + Previous warehouse experience in picking, packing, shipping, and receiving. + Ability to lift up to 70 lbs semi-consistently. + Clean driving record with less than 3 infractions in...

Lead Product Handler

  • Post Falls, ID
  • 18 hours ago
  • Post Falls, ID
  • 18 hours ago

jacks, hand carts, lift gates and other loading/moving equipment As a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit, the Idaho Youth Ranch is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) program....

Shipping/Receiving Clerk Warehouse

  • Caldwell, ID
  • 18 hours ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 18 hours ago

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry,...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Rexburg, ID
  • 18 hours ago
  • Rexburg, ID
  • 18 hours ago

Warehouse Worker UPS Quick Apply Applying for this role online is quick and easy - you could even get a job offer in 10 minutes! The steps are simple: 1) Provide some basic information to start...

Forklift Operator (Chilco)

  • Athol, ID
  • 18 hours ago
  • Athol, ID
  • 18 hours ago

Idaho Forest Group is currently seeking a Forklift Operator to join our team. Operating forklift in the warehouse and production areas of the plant. Responsible for moving units of lumber....

Warehouse Worker

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 18 hours ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 18 hours ago

Warehouse Worker at Kelly Services in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States Job Description For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly hear you, and we're here for you!...

Warehouse Clerk

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 19 hours ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 19 hours ago

Warehouse Clerk at Rush Enterprises in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States Job Description The Warehouse Clerk is responsible for performing warehousing activities, inventory control, and...

Liquor Stock Clerk - Moscow

  • Moscow, ID
  • 22 hours ago
  • Moscow, ID
  • 22 hours ago

Description Idaho State Liquor Division (ISLD) Opportunity Location: 904 W. Pullman Rd. Moscow, ID 83843 This announcement is for the hiring of part-time non-benefitted positions. Our part-time...

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Rigby, ID
  • 23 hours ago
  • Rigby, ID
  • 23 hours ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

Driver/Warehouse

  • Lewiston, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewiston, ID
  • 1 day ago

Join Applied Industrial Technologies as a full time Warehouse / Stockroom / Delivery Driver associate in Lewiston, ID. Come for the job. Stay for the career. Our company culture is friendly, fun...

Forklift Operator

  • Caldwell, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 2 days ago

Yard forklift operator Essential Job Duties Place the big parts of the car and truck division, take out and load the requested ones that are sold....

Retail Warehouse Associate - Farm Store

  • Wendell, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Wendell, ID
  • 2 days ago

The position of Warehouse Associate is of great significance to Valley Wide Cooperative. A person in this position is accountable for inventory control and product rotation, along with maintaining...

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Night Shift 1

  • Payette, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Payette, ID
  • 2 days ago

Job Overview: As a Warehouse Forklift Operator at Seneca Foods, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our warehouse....

Freight/Stock Clerk

  • Kooskia, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Kooskia, ID
  • 2 days ago

at Cloninger's Inc in Kooskia, Idaho, United States Job Description Stocking shelves, working backstock, carry outs, helping customers, cleaning floors, and providing excellent CUSTOMER SERVICE.

Material Handler - MATER006131

  • Boise, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 2 days ago

Material Handler - MATER006131 at Boise Cascade Company in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Boise Cascade Company has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and...

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Forklift Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Forklift Operator Safety: Forklift Operation (Course)
This course provides comprehensive training on forklift operation, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and proper maintenance procedures. Participants will learn the key components of a forklift, such...
Forklift Operator Training
Forklifts are extensively used in warehouses, construction sites and distribution centres for lifting and moving heavy objects. This course will introduce you to forklift operation. Youll learn...
Forklift Operator Safety: Forklift Certification (Course)
This course provides comprehensive training for forklift operators, emphasizing the critical importance of safety and proficiency in handling these essential tools in industrial settings....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Idaho

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Idaho offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
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 Idaho
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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