Alberta · NOC 75101
Forklift Operator Jobs in Alberta — 2026
3 forklift operator jobs posted in Alberta in the last four weeks, with salary benchmarks, licensing notes and the employers hiring most.
- Jobs available
- 3
- Median salary
- $46,800
- NOC code
- 75101
About forklift operator work in Alberta
Salary range
Postings for material handlers in Alberta run from about $43,680 at the 25th percentile to $50,960 at the 75th, with a median of $46,800 per year (2026-05, 25 postings).
NOC code
75101 — Material handlers. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), and Job Bank.
Licensing and qualifications
No provincial licence, but occupational health and safety regulations require documented forklift training, and employers ask for a current certificate for the truck class used.
What employers ask for: A current forklift certification (counterbalance, reach or order picker as posted), warehouse experience, and safety-boot compliance.
LMIA and immigration
None of the current forklift operator postings in Alberta are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) and the LMIA employer list.
Live postings
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for a forklift operator in Alberta?
- The median salary for material handlers in Alberta is $46,800 per year, with most postings between $43,680 and $50,960 (2026-05).
- Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a forklift operator in Alberta?
- No provincial licence, but occupational health and safety regulations require documented forklift training, and employers ask for a current certificate for the truck class used.
- What is the NOC code for forklift operator?
- The NOC 2021 code for forklift operator is 75101 (Material handlers). This is the code used for Express Entry, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), and Job Bank.