Forklift Operators for hire in Chattanooga, TN
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Organizational Skills10%Heavy Lifting9%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Associate's degree9%Vocational or technical training5%Years of experience
More than 10 years80%3-5 years10%6-10 years10%Current company
Novolex
Cornerstone Building Brands
Mapei USA, Inc
Time at current job
2-5 years50%1-2 years33%Less than a year17%
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Last updated: Oct 22, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chattanooga, TN: $42,860 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $34,691 – $52,952 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseHACCP CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingForklift Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementHeavy LiftingFacilities ManagementForklift Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingAssistant Manager ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCNC Laser Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftCertified Notary PublicHazmatShipping & ReceivingMaterial Handling Equipment OperationHazardous Material Handling+17 moreSkills
Communication SkillsService Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsWarehouse ExperienceForklift Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationCompTIA Security+Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CArmed Security License+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsGoogle WorkspaceProductivity SoftwareOrder Picker/stand up / propane sit down forklift
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
HazmatDriver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsFedex Ship ManagerHeavy LiftingMaterials HandlingRF ScannerOrder Picking
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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 45 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, organizational skills 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: order picker/stand up / propane sit down forklift, production operator and CNC laser 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 Chattanooga, TN, 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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