Forklift / Power Equipment Operator II
Salary surveys & compensation benchmarks
4 compensation survey reports publish salary benchmarks for Forklift / Power Equipment Operator II. Compare what each vendor covers and pick the right one for your organization.
Role summary
Performs physical tasks related to forklift and power equipment operations. Responsibilities may include operating a forklift and other power equipment to load / unload materials and transfer them to pallets and crates. Moves stacking materials to storage, production, and other assigned locations. Implements safety, policy, operational and record-keeping procedures, and implements appropriate reporting protocols. Must be able to lift heavy items and be licensed to operate a forklift and other equipment such as motorized pallet jacks, reach trucks, and work-assist vehicles.
Job summary sourced from the Empsight benchmark job library.
Reports covering Forklift / Power Equipment Operator II
Forklift / Power Equipment Operator II salary survey FAQ
- Which compensation surveys cover Forklift / Power Equipment Operator II pay?
- 4 surveys publish Forklift / Power Equipment Operator II benchmarks, including data from Empsight. The full list is on this page; click into any one for scope, methodology, and pricing.
- How does Forklift / Power Equipment Operator II pay vary by industry and geography?
- Compensation for Forklift / Power Equipment Operator II varies by industry, region, company size, and revenue. Most surveys above publish cuts on those dimensions. Industry-specific surveys (healthcare, tech, financial services, etc.) typically report meaningfully different ranges than cross-industry surveys for the same role.
- What is the typical salary range for Forklift / Power Equipment Operator II?
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