Forklift Operators for hire in Bradenton, FL
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2,105
candidates
Resume updated in last 6 months
Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 8%
- Lift Truck
- 7%
- Heavy Lifting
- 7%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 90%
- Vocational or technical training
- 5%
- Bachelor's degree
- 3%
Years of experience
- 6-10 years
- 60%
- More than 10 years
- 40%
Current company
Ashley Furniture Industries
Domtar Corporation
Publix Bakery Plant
Time at current job
- Less than a year
- 50%
- 2-5 years
- 50%
Browse Indeed's database of 2,105 profiles for Forklift Operators in Bradenton, FL
Last updated: Nov 13, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Bradenton, FL: $45,924 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,898 – $54,220 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Palmetto, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Food Handler CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsWarehouse Technician/Forklift Operator
Bradenton, Florida
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftForklift CertificationLift TruckSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsFedex Ship ManagerTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHi-LoBuilder / driver/forklift
Bradenton, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Merchant Mariner CredentialDriver's LicenseCPRClass ETWIC CardForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsMachine Operator/Forklift Operator
Bradenton, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportSalesForklift Operator
Bradenton, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Hi-LoMovingLift TruckForkliftWarehouse ExperienceMaterials HandlingForklift Operator / Material Handler
Ellenton, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Life Insurance LicenseDriver's LicenseLife & Health Insurance LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsLift TruckRF ScannerPallet JackCar Wash
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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 46 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, lift truck and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for forklift operators?
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: receiving clerk/forklift operator, warehouse technician/forklift operator and machine operator/forklift operator.
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 Bradenton, FL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 13 years of professional experience.
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