41,523 Forklift operator jobs in United States
- Forklift Operator
Montrose Forest Products, LLCMontrose, CO$16.00 - $17.92 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply17d - Receiving Manager/Forklift Operator
Ohio Steel Industries, Inc.2.8 ★Pataskala, OH$20.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply11d - Warehouse Material Handler / Forklift / Production / $2K SIGN ON BONUS
Caterpillar4 ★West Fargo, ND$18.49 - $23.77 Per Hour (Employer est.)30d+ - Refrigeration Operator
Chelan Fruit/Manson Growers4 ★Chelan, WA$20.00 - $27.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - 30d+
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- CNC Operator
Closets by Design Seattle North3 ★Woodinville, WA$22.00 - $35.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply15d - Shipping Packer
Shoemaker Manufacturing Co.2.7 ★Cle Elum, WA$17.00 - $21.29 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - 16d
- Feed & Ranch Store Dock Worker and/or Forklift OperatorOdiorne Feed & Ranch SupplyJohnson City, TX$15.00 - $17.25 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
- Shipping and Receiving / PartsSkarlupka Manufacturing Inc.White Lake, WI$20.00 - $25.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
- Forklift Operator - Overnights
Uline3.6 ★Pleasant Prairie, WI$29.00 - $36.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)30d+ - Entry Level Yard Laborer (Lumber Yard)
Simkins-Hallin Lumber Co.4 ★Bozeman, MT$21.00 - $22.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply21d - 30d+
- Heat Treat Operator
SeaCast Inc.,2.4 ★Marysville, WA$18.00 - $28.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply16d - Shipping and Receiving Associate
Magnum Machining, Inc.3.8 ★Ironton, MN$17.00 - $20.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - Fryer Operator Assistant - Plover Potato
McCain Foods USA3.9 ★Wisconsin Rapids, WI$24.07 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - 30d+
- Logistics CoordinatorHearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc.Morristown, VT$58K - $68K (Employer est.)Easy Apply8d
Job Outlook for Forklift Operator
Powered by Glassdoor Economic ResearchForklift operators are skilled technicians who operate trucks designed to move and lift materials. Demand for forklift operators is expected to remain steady. A high school diploma and apprentice experience is typically required for entry to the field. Some states also require OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) certification. The most competitive candidates complete two-year associate’s programs in related fields. All candidates must be able to read and understand directions and follow safety protocols.
Frequently asked questions
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Once you find a job you love, it's time to prepare for your job interview. You can prepare for the big day by reading top forklift operator interview questions and learning how to answer them.
No matter which forklift operator job you are looking for, it's a good idea to know what salary you can expect and how to aim for a high-paying role. Here is some advice on how to negotiate for a higher salary:
- Research what other forklift operators are making in your area. Note that the average salary can differ between cities, states, and employers
- Think about your level of experience as a forklift operator. This can help you negotiate a higher salary. You can also research and compare forklift operator salaries by experience level using Glassdoor's total pay trajectory of the forklift operator career path.
- Do you have any skills or qualifications that are in high demand? These can help you to stand out in a competitive marketplace. This might include a license to drive a rough terrain forklift or experience driving a pallet jack.
Once you know what salary you can expect as a forklift operator, you can look into what benefits you could receive. These benefits can differ from employer to employer and from role to role, but may include the following:
- Forklift operators may receive additional pay on top of their salaries, such as overtime, tips, bonuses, commission, or payments from a profit-sharing scheme.
- Your employer may also offer to fund further training or qualifications.
- Forklift operators looking for a flexible role can filter their search for part-time jobs.