Forklift Operators for hire in Austin, TX
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Heavy Lifting9%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED86%Bachelor's degree8%Associate's degree6%Years of experience
1-2 years10%3-5 years18%6-10 years20%Current company
Tesla
ACT Pipe SupplyApplied Material Solutions IncTime at current job
Less than 1 year23%1-2 years27%2-5 years42%
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Last updated: Jul 20, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Austin, TX: $45,213 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $36,395 – $56,169 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Manor, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementJ-STD-001 CertificationVehicle InspectionsTruck DrivingDriver's LicenseVehicle Backing OperationsSkills
Air BrakeLift TruckCustomer SupportClient Services ExperienceTruck DrivingTruck HandlingForklift Operator
Del Valle, Texas
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsWarehouse ExperienceManufacturingManufacturing Facility ExperienceForklift Operator
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Lifeguard ExperienceLifeguard TrainingFirst Aid CertificationCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Lifeguard ExperienceLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceAquatic Facility ExperienceSwimmingChildcareMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSafety Training UndergonePallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsJust-In-TimeHeavy LiftingMathematical AptitudeTime ManagementMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CPRForklift CertificationSkills
Logistics Cargo HandlingOSHALogistics ManagementInventory ManagementWarehouse Management ExperienceLift TruckForklift Operator
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationOSHA Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Forklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementLeadership
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What's the average time to fill a forklift operator role?
The average time to fill a forklift operator role is 43 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do forklift operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a forklift operator include: communication skills, heavy lifting and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a forklift operator?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Forklift Certification, Driver's License and Pallet Jack Certification.
What are some job titles related to forklift operators?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to forklift operators include: material handler/forklift operator, event logistics/forklift operator and warehouse associate.
What level of education is common for a forklift operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a forklift operator in Austin, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 14 years of professional experience.
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