Forklift operator jobs in the United States (10,147 jobs)

Find forklift operator jobs across the United States. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs
10,147
Employers
2,283

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour
$20.07Across 4,827 listings
Average starting payUSD / year
$42,282Across 16 listings
Average starting payUSD / week
$639Across 11 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote
<1%20 listings
Hybrid
<1%2 listings
On-site
7%669 listings

Not specified: 93% (9,456 listings)

Employers hiring include Costco Wholesale Corporation (856), Express Employment Professionals (368), DHL (332).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Forklift operator jobs in the United States

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  • Stand-Up Forklift Operator

    Express Employment Professionals

    St. Louis, MO

    • Up to $17 USD / hour

    Stand-Up Forklift Operator (1st Shift) | Up to $17.00/hr

  • Forklift Operator (2nd and 3rd Shifts)

    Express Employment Professionals

    O'Fallon, MO

    • Up to $22 USD / hour

    Forklift Operator (2nd & 3rd Shifts) | Up to $22.00/hr

  • Sit-Down Forklift Operator

    Express Employment Professionals

    St Peters, MO

    • Up to $19 USD / hour

    Sit-Down Forklift Operator (1st Shift) | Up to $19.00/hr

  • Sit-Down Forklift Operator (2nd and 3rd Shift)

    Express Employment Professionals

    St Peters, MO

    • Up to $22 USD / hour

    Sit-Down Forklift Operator (2nd & 3rd Shift) | Up to $22.00/hr

  • Forklift Operator And Material Handler

    Aerotek

    Southaven, MS

    • $19 to $19.5 USD / hour

    Job Title: Forklift Operator and Material HandlerJob DescriptionThis role involves safely operating reach trucks, order pickers, and sit-down forklifts to support daily warehouse operations…

  • Forklift Operator - 20 X Hour - Lancaster, PA

    Aerotek

    Lancaster, PA

    • $20 to $24 USD / hour
  • Forklift Operator Warehouse 1st Shift

    Ryder System

    JACKSON, TN

    • $17.25 USD / hour

    Ryder is hiring a Forklift Operator in Jackson, Tennessee - offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

  • Forklift Operator

    Smurfit Westrock

    Chattanooga, TN

    The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials. The Forklift Operator shall move materials to and from storage areas,…

  • 1st Shift Forklift Operator

    Pratt Industries

    Lewisburg, OH

    SUMMARY: Responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the forklift.

  • Forklift Operator

    Roadrunner Transportation Services, Inc.

    United States

    • $18 to $20 USD / hour

    Roadrunner is looking for skilled Forklift Operators who know how to move freight safely, efficiently, and with precision, with multiple shifts available to fit different schedules and lif

  • Forklift Operator/ Yard Associate

    McCoy Corporation

    091 Carlsbad, NM

    • $16 USD / hour

    The Yard Crewmember will assist customers in the lumberyard, operate a forklift, stock products, and provide general store support.

  • Forklift Operator/ Yard Associate

    McCoy Corporation

    036 Lufkin, TX

    • $15 USD / hour

    The Yard Crewmember will assist customers in the lumberyard, operate a forklift, stock products, and provide general store support.

  • Forklift Operator I

    Niagara Bottling, LLC

    Temple, TX

    Team member safely and efficiently operates motorized forklift to load and unload trucks, to

  • High Reach Forklift Operator

    Aerotek

    Swedesboro, NJ

    • $21 to $21.45 USD / hour

    Aerotek is immediately hiring Overnight Reach Truck Forklift Operator for a premeir food distribution company in Swedesboro, NJ. We are seeking experienced forklift operators proficient in…

  • Forklift Operator

    DHL

    Whiteland, IN

    What will you do in this role? Our Forklift Operators are responsible for moving stock from one area to another within our warehouse environment. You’ll load and unload shipments of various…

  • Forklift Driver

    PRIMEX INTERNATIONAL TRADING

    Wasco, CA

    The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a forklift to load, unload, and move materials and products within the pistachio plant. This role supports the…

  • Forklift Operator

    KLS Kenco Logistic Services, LLC

    United States

  • Forklift Operator

    KLS Kenco Logistic Services, LLC

    United States

  • Stand Up Forklift Operator (Day Shift)

    Express Employment Professionals

    Maryland Heights, MO

    • Up to $20 USD / hour

    Stand Up Forklift Operator (Day Shift) | Up to $20/hr

  • Forklift Operator

    Express Employment Professionals

    Denver, CO

    • $20 USD / hour

    Lift Your Career to New Heights! Join Us as a Forklift/Material Handler!

  • Forklift Operator

    Enerflex Ltd

    Houston, TX

    The Forklift Operator is responsible for the operation of forklift in a safe and effective manner. The operator will lift and pull items from 5,000 – 15,000 pounds.

  • Forklift Operator

    Aerotek

    Faribault, MN

    • $44,000 to $47,800 USD / year

    Direct Placement - pay up to 23/hrLocation: Faribault About the Position:Are you an experienced forklift operator looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in manufacturing? We are…

  • Forklift Operator

    Mclane

    Lubbock, TX

    • $20 USD / hour

    Start a fulfilling career as a Forklift Operator!

  • Forklift Operator FT

    R+L Carriers

    Elgin, IL

    • $25.94 USD / hour

    Click here to learn more about being a Forklift Driver

  • Lift Truck Operator 1

    Reynolds Consumer Products LLC

    Jacksonville, IL

    • $22.28 USD / hour

    …as a team!We currently have an opportunity for a Lift Truck Operator 1 at our Manufacturing Plant in Jacksonville,…