If you've just graduated from high school or are considering switching careers, training to be a forklift operator can have you quickly earning money, working flexible hours and working somewhat on your own. Attending a university is not required to work as a forklift operator. All you have to do is complete a short training course.  Working as a forklift operator Forklift operators work in warehouses, construction sites and other storage facilities, moving inventory and supplies that have been delivered by train, truck or ship.