Forklift Operator Jobs in Virginia City, NV

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 Associate

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 13 hours ago

and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence, such as: size, type, style, color, or product code Assembles customer orders from stock and places on pallets...

$22.15 Warehouse Machine Operator - Restock (MON-FRI)

  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 13 hours ago

COMPENSATION AND SCHEDULE $22.15 hourly Monday - Friday (1:00PM- 9:30PM), Full-Time, Non -Exempt Onsite: 9550 North Virginia Street - Reno, NV 89506 WHAT YOU WILL DO Operate material handling equipment...

$21.12 Warehouse Associate II - (SUN-WED)

  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 13 hours ago

Operate machinery including forklift, pallet jacks, and stock chasers....

Warehouse Worker

  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 14 hours ago

The Warehouse Worker will perform a variety of functions which may include selecting products accurately and verifying proper products before preparing and packing for shipment. 1st...

Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 16 hours ago

and non-palletized freight Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies Work in a safe, efficient...

Powder Packer

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 1 day ago

Fill bags (small bags/bulk bags) and palletize product per order work instructions....

Material Handler

  • Fernley, NV (21 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fernley, NV (21 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 1 day ago

operator, or general manufacturing worker, we want to hear from you!...

Warehouse Operator

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 1 day ago

WAREHOUSE OPERATOR Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 1:30pm Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply or check out more jobs at...

Forklift Operator - Day Shift

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 1 day ago

and non-palletized freight Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies Work in a safe, efficient...

Reach Forklift Operator LTO

  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago

A successful Reach Forklift Operator will be responsible for unloading and loading all inbound and outbound products, along with moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting....

Forklift Driver

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING** The Forklift Driver is a key position at Jensen Infrastructure. Working outdoors, our forklift driver moves products in and out of the shop and safely loads delivery trucks....

Appliance Installer / Warehouse Worker

  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago

Carson City, NV Assembly Specialist Gardnerville, NV Appliance Installer / Warehouse Worker Reno, NV Order: 1057148 Order Type : Temp to Hire The employee will be Loading and Unloading appliances with pallet...

Forklift Operator

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago

Machine Operator Sparks, NV Grave Shift Industrial Machine Operator FERNLEY, NV Forklift Operator Sparks, NV Order: 1057088 Order Type : Temp to Hire Summary of Job SUMMARY / OVERVIEW: Under the direction...

J Resort - Warehouse Attendant - Day Shift

  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reno, NV (17 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago

J Resort - Warehouse Attendant - Day Shift Location 345 North Arlington Avenue, Reno, NV, 89501, United States Base Pay $17.00 - $17.50 / Hour Job Category Warehouse Employee Type FT Hourly Non...

Day Shift Packer

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Virginia City, NV)
  • 2 days ago

Must be able to work all four stations of the Packer role as well as conducting rework and non-standard work assignments, to include, but not limited to: o Pallet Stacker Station: Assembling cardboard...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Virginia City, NV

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Virginia City, NV 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 Virginia City, NV
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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