Forklift Operators for hire in El Paso, TX
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting11%Communication Skills9%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED91%Associate's degree7%Bachelor's degree2%Years of experience
1-2 years12%3-5 years18%6-10 years22%Current company
Schneider Electric
Eaton
84 Lumber Company
Time at current job
Less than a year8%1-2 years25%2-5 years50%
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Last updated: Jul 29, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in El Paso, TX: $33,454 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $26,849 – $41,684 yearly
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Material Handler/Forklift Operator
El Paso, Texas
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationSafety Training UndergonePallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsForklift Operator
El Paso, Texas
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftEPA Type IIIEPA Type IEPA Refrigeration CertificationHVAC CertificationEPA 609 CertificationSkills
Service Technician ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementForklift Operator
El Paso, Texas
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftTABC CertificationLifting EquipmentMaterial Handling Equipment OperationDriver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
El Paso, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNCCER CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementClient Relationship ManagementCustomer Relationship BuildingForklift Operator
El Paso, Texas
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementLift TruckForkliftWarehouse ExperiencePallet JackForklift Operator
El Paso, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor 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 Non-CDL Class C.
What are some job titles related to forklift operators?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to forklift operators include: material handler/forklift operator, forklift operator/material handler and forklift operator/materials 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 El Paso, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 15 years of professional experience.
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