Forklift Operators for hire in Columbia, SC
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Heavy Lifting10%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED90%Associate's degree7%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
6-10 years60%More than 10 years30%3-5 years10%Current company
Fresh Express
HusqvarnaPepsiCo
Time at current job
1-2 years40%2-5 years40%Less than a year20%
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Last updated: Oct 7, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbia, SC: $47,426 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $40,215 – $55,929 yearly
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Forklift Operator
West Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Class DDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLift TruckForkliftForklift Operator
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Class DFood Safety CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingHoisting License+8 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLoader/Unloader
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftDriver's LicenseCDL aForklift CertificationLift TruckPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingForklift Operator/Machine Operator tech
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
CDLASE CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL aASE Parts Specialist Certification+4 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMaterials HandlingForklift Operator/Yard Driver
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Class DChauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Class E+9 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingOTRForklift Operator
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseCLPForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Time ManagementOhmmeterOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy Lifting
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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, heavy lifting and organizational skills.
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: forklift operator/yard driver, shipper/receiver/ delivery driver/ forklift operator/ turret operator and forklift operator/material handler.
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, SC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 9 years of professional experience.
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