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 GED82%Associate's degree14%Vocational or technical training5%Years of experience
More than 10 years80%3-5 years10%6-10 years10%Current company
Brown West LogisticsGestamp
Danfoss
Time at current job
2-5 years50%1-2 years33%More than 5 years17%
Browse Indeed's database of 2,855 profiles for Forklift Operators in Chattanooga, TN
Last updated: Oct 3, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chattanooga, TN: $43,000 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $34,554 – $53,511 yearly
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Forklift Operator/Material Handler shift lead
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseHACCP CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingForklift Driver
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Certified Quality InspectorFirearms LicenseDOT Physical CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's License+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsMachine Shop PressesForklift Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementHeavy LiftingFacilities ManagementAssembly Line Worker
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationCertified Pool OperatorDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationDiesel Mechanic CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipMechanic ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic ExperiencePress Blank Loader / OPR.
Rossville, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Pavement PatchingAsphaltEPA Type IIPaving RepairPavingDriver's License+5 moreSkills
Service Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementForklift Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
OC CertificationGuard CardDriver's LicenseAEDCertified Safety ProfessionalFirst Aid Certification+10 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadership
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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 42 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: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Non-CDL Class C.
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/overhead craine operator, forklift driver and forklift operator/material handler shift lead.
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 14 years of professional experience.
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