goods from trucks and shipping containers. - Safely and efficiently utilize manual handling tools and power jacks (pallet jack operator) to organize, stage, and move inventory to ensure optimal dock flow. - Verify the in…
Operations & Logistics · Omaha, NE
Forklift Operator jobs in Omaha, NE
Forklift operators move pallets and heavy loads through warehouses and yards, loading trailers, stocking racks, and following strict safety rules around people and product.
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$14–$27/hr
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$41k
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Prosper with us! JOB TITLE: Freight Handler DEPARTMENT: Operations JOB STATUS: Non-Exempt SHIFT: Monday-Friday (11pm-8am)... ...for loading and unloading freight from trailers using a forklift, pallet jack, and/or handca…
Requisition Number: 234388 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate – Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to designated areas in the…
$16.5 per hour
fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for ensuring product quality through effective packaging and machine operation. Responsibilities Screw lids onto bottles accurately and efficiently. Pack and…
Job Duties Provides safe and efficient operation of equipment used for the movement of packages/documents/heavyweight, dangerous goods and ULDs. Assists in the buildup/breakdown of pallets containing heavyweight freight.…
Requisition Number: 233175 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate – Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to designated areas in the…
Reporting to the Operations Manager or Warehouse Manager, the part-time Warehouse Loader position is responsible for assisting in warehouse... .... You will work from order sheets to build loads using a forklift and elec…
$20 - $21 per hour
electronic pallet jacks to move materials, with the potential for forklift training and certification if the position becomes permanent.... ...from semi-trucks. Assist with inventory management. Operate manual and electr…
$17 per hour
supervisors or leads to complete daily production goals. Maintain a clean and orderly work area to support safe and efficient operations. Stand for extended periods while performing repetitive production tasks. Lift up t…
pulling / delivering parts to internal customers, data entry, operate hand and power equipment for material handling to accommodate storage... ...necessary work centers ~Assign Primary stock ID’s ~Operating Forklifts ~St…
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What forklift operators earn in Omaha
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $14–$19 | $30k–$39k |
| Mid level | $18–$22 | $37k–$46k |
| Senior | $21–$27 | $44k–$57k |
Adjusted for the Omaha market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Sit-down and stand-up forkliftsOSHA safety complianceLoad balancingRF scanningTrailer loadingEquipment inspectionSpatial awarenessReliability
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What forklift types are you certified on, and which have you run the most?
Be specific: sit-down counterbalance, reach truck, order picker, clamp. Hours on each type tell them more than the certification alone.
Walk me through your daily equipment inspection.
List the real checklist: forks, hydraulics, tires, horn, brakes, battery or propane. A fluent answer signals the habit is genuine.
How do you operate safely in aisles shared with pedestrians?
Mention horn use at intersections, controlled speed, looking in the direction of travel, and stopping when someone is in the aisle. Safety rules, stated simply.
Tell me about a time you caught an unstable or overweight load. What did you do?
Show that you stopped, re-stacked or split the load, and flagged it rather than forcing the lift. Judgment is what they are hiring.
How do you load a trailer to keep weight balanced?
Talk about distributing heavy pallets low and evenly front to back, and following the load plan. It shows you think past your own forks.
What would you do if you clipped a rack or product?
Say you would report it immediately, every time. Companies fire for hidden damage, not for reported accidents.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For forklift operators specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your OSHA forklift certification and the equipment classes it covers.
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Name each truck type you can run: reach, order picker, clamp, slip-sheet, or stand-up.
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Quantify an incident-free record in months or years; it is the strongest line on this resume.
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Include pallet volumes or trailers loaded per shift to show pace.
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Mention RF scanner and WMS experience, since most operator roles now require both.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Warehouse Associate
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Forklift Operator
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Equipment Lead
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Warehouse Supervisor
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