Forklift Operators for hire in Baltimore, MD
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting10%Communication Skills8%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED89%Associate's degree7%Bachelor's degree2%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years6%6-10 years38%Current company
The Home Depot
Floor & Decor
Giant Food
Time at current job
Less than 1 year8%1-2 years15%2-5 years38%
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Last updated: Jul 24, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Baltimore, MD: $46,996 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,546 – $58,823 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Parkville, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationFire Safety CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipOhmmeterOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceForklift Operator
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourCPRTWIC CardSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipSupervising ExperienceWarehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
ACI CertificationTWIC CardCertified Supply Chain ProfessionalRough Terrain Forklift CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsForklift Operator/Shipping and Receiving
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationEngineer in TrainingOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourASE CertificationFirst Aid CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsUnloadingLoadingForklift Operator/Warehouse
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationMaterial Handling Equipment OperationElectric Pallet JackDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Skills
Heavy LiftingWarehouse ExperienceWarehouse OperationsPackingPackagingShipping & ReceivingProduction Operator/ Forklift Operator
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementOSHA Safety CertificationIICRC CertificationPharmacy Technician LicenseWastewater CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingMechanic Experience
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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: heavy lifting, communication skills and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a forklift operator?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification 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: production operator/ forklift operator, order selector/forklift operator and forklift operator/warehouse.
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 Baltimore, MD, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 11 years of professional experience.
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