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Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Virginia

Industrial truck and tractor operators move materials using specialized vehicles in warehouses, factories, construction sites, and storage yards. They operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and similar equipment to load, unload, and transport goods In Virginia the median pay is $46,920 a year, 1% above the national median of $46,420.

$46,920median pay in Virginia, per year
$42,470–$54,420middle half earn
19,320employed in Virginia
$46,420U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.

Skills that matter most

Operation and ControlOperations MonitoringCoordinationEquipment MaintenanceTroubleshootingTime ManagementReading ComprehensionActive Listening

Knowledge areas

Mathematics (knowledge)English LanguageProduction and ProcessingTransportationCustomer and Personal Service

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O*NET-SOC 53-7051.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Virginia, annual.