Forklift Operators for hire in Columbia, MD
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Heavy Lifting9%Communication Skills9%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED94%Associate's degree2%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
6-10 years44%More than 10 years38%3-5 years18%Current company
Coca-Cola Consolidated, IncFloor & Decor
Trade point AtlanticTime at current job
2-5 years56%1-2 years19%More than 5 years19%
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Last updated: Sep 15, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbia, MD: $45,267 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $36,338 – $56,390 yearly
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Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
CDLDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Non-CDL Class C+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipForklift Operator
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementConfined Space CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementOSHA 10+13 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsFORKLIFT OPERATOR
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
CDLGuard CardDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CDL aNon-CDL Class C+5 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsFront Loader TruckForklift Operator/Warehouse
Columbia, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingReach TruckLift TruckForkliftHi-LoWarehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Baltimore, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Electric Pallet JackOSHA 10Driver's LicensePallet JackElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+3 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsForklift Operator
Glen Burnie, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationLift Truck+1 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOTRDelivery DrivingDelivery Driver 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: forklift operator/material handler 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 Columbia, MD, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 7 years of professional experience.
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