Forklift Operators for hire in Columbus, GA
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Lift Truck8%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED87%Bachelor's degree9%Associate's degree2%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%6-10 years40%Current company
GFA LogisticsHanwha Advanced Materials AmericaKysor Warren
Time at current job
2-5 years38%1-2 years25%More than 5 years25%
Browse Indeed's database of 1,575 profiles for Forklift Operators in Columbus, GA
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbus, GA: $33,624 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $28,380 – $39,836 yearly
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Team Lead/Forklift Operator
Phenix City, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCDL CNon-CDL Class CCDL BElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsForklift Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCDL CNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Time ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipForklift Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
HazmatOSHA 10Driver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack Certification+4 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMechanical KnowledgeForklift Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Bucket TruckDriver's LicenseBucket OperationSafe Quality Food CertificationNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack Certification+3 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceTime ManagementMicrosoft ExcelCertified Forklift Operator/Material Handler
Midland, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Bb(ascp)Driver's LicenseOSHA 10ASCP CertificationAEDFlagger Certification+7 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceLeadershipAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementWarehouse Receiver/Forklift Operator
Phenix City, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseServsafeForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementInventory ControlInventory Management
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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, lift truck 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 merchandiser, team lead/forklift operator and forklift operator/reach truck/.
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 Columbus, GA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 16 years of professional experience.
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