Forklift Operators for hire in Columbus, OH
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Most popular skills
Organizational Skills9%Heavy Lifting8%Communication Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Associate's degree11%Vocational or technical training4%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years24%6-10 years30%Current company
Abercrombie & Fitch
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AMERICOLD LOGISTIC
Time at current job
Less than a year3%1-2 years20%2-5 years50%
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Last updated: Aug 19, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbus, OH: $43,408 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $34,681 – $54,332 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Certified Safety ProfessionalRF ScannerFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10Associate Safety ProfessionalRough Terrain Forklift Certification+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsForklift Operator/Order Puller
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseRough Terrain Forklift CertificationCherry PickerAEDFirst Aid Certification+10 moreSkills
LeadershipRF ScannerOrder PickingShipping & ReceivingLogisticsComputer OperationMerchandise Processor/ Forklift Operator
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Nail Technician LicenseCPIMDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCosmetology License+3 moreSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsJust-In-TimeWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceForklift operator
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitPassenger EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementAerial Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing Assistant+8 moreSkills
Lift TruckForkliftHi-LoWarehouse Management SystemVan DriverVan HandlingForklift Operator
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
CDLACI CertificationIICRC CertificationCoronal Polish CertificateDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class C+6 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsForklift Operator
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCertified Supply Chain ProfessionalRough Terrain Forklift CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationHazmat EndorsementSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsOrganizational Skills
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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: organizational skills, heavy lifting and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a forklift operator?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Forklift Certification, Driver's License and OSHA 10.
What are some job titles related to forklift operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to forklift operators include: merchandise processor/ forklift operator, forklift operator & warehouse associate and forklift operator/order puller.
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, OH, 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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