Forklift Operators for hire in Calgary, AB
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Forklift11%Organizational Skills5%Materials Handling5%Education level
High school diploma or GED55%Bachelor's degree20%Master's degree13%Years of experience
1-2 years40%6-10 years40%3-5 years10%Current company
CEVA Logistics
ALBERT HEIJN
Sofina Foods Inc
Time at current job
1-2 years60%Less than a year20%2-5 years20%
Browse Indeed's database of 4,997 profiles for Forklift Operators in Calgary, AB
Last updated: Oct. 22, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Calgary, AB: $49,018 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $39,999 – $60,070 yearly
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General Labourer/Forklift Operator
Calgary, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftWHMIS CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System CertificationScissor LiftSkills
Organizational SkillsForkliftMaterials HandlingWarehouse ExperienceInventory ControlInventory ManagementFORKLIFT OPERATOR
Calgary, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
Dangerous GoodsTDG CertificationWHMIS CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System CertificationFreightSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsForkliftMaterials HandlingUnloadingLoad & UnloadMachine Operator / Equipment Operator
Calgary, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
WHMIS CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsFirst Aid CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System CertificationReach TruckCPR+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsConstruction Site ExperienceConstruction ExperienceForkliftWarehouse ExperienceForklift Operator ExperienceFORKLIFT OPERATOR
Calgary, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
Dangerous GoodsTDG CertificationFirst Aid CertificationClass 5 LicenceCPRCPR Certification+3 moreSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementForkliftTeam LeadershipTeam ManagementMaterials HandlingForklift Operator
Calgary, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
WHMIS CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System CertificationForklift LicenceSkills
Time ManagementForkliftReach TruckPallet JackElectric Pallet JackMaterials HandlingForklift Operator
Calgary, Alberta
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftClass 5 LicenceBilingualReach TruckDriving LicenceSkills
Heavy LiftingReach TruckForkliftClamp TruckForklift Operator ExperienceRF Scanner
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What's the average time to fill a forklift operator role?
The average time to fill a forklift operator role is 73 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do forklift operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a forklift operator include: forklift, organizational skills and materials handling.
What licenses or certifications are common for forklift operators?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Driving Licence, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems and WHMIS Certification.
What are some job titles related to forklift operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to forklift operators include: machine operator / equipment operator and forklift operator/material handler/reciever.
What level of education is common for a forklift operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a forklift operator in Calgary, AB, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 6 years of professional experience.
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