Forklift Operators for hire in Denver, CO
Find forklift operators who efficiently handle materials, move products within warehouses and maintain safety protocols while ensuring optimal load management. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Denver, CO to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting11%Communication Skills10%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Vocational or technical training7%Bachelor's degree7%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years30%6-10 years26%Current company
Alan Ritchey, Inc
Core-Mark International, Inc
NFI Industries
Time at current job
Less than a year19%1-2 years14%2-5 years57%
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Last updated: Aug 30, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Denver, CO: $51,455 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $41,406 – $63,943 yearly
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Forklift Operator/Warehouse Worker
Lakewood, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Flagging for Traffic ControlFlagger CertificationFall Protection CertificationCertified Apartment ManagerElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingJust-In-TimeTime ManagementCommunication SkillsFlooring InstallationTile Floor InstallationForklift Operator
Denver, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingFront Loader TruckReach TruckForklift Operator/Material Handler
Denver, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseCDL aNon-CDL Class CCDL BElectric Pallet Jack Certification+4 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceForklift Operator
Denver, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
ARRT CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationElectrician ApprenticePallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSurveillanceSecurityForklift Operator/Manager
Denver, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseServsafeElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Service Technician ExperienceMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipTime ManagementForklift Operator
Aurora, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsAssemblyAssembly Line ExperienceWarehouse 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: 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/manager, forklift operator/warehouse worker 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 Denver, CO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 11 years of professional experience.
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