Forklift Operators for hire in Fort Worth, TX
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15,289
candidates
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Most popular skills
- Heavy Lifting
- 10%
- Lift Truck
- 9%
- Organizational Skills
- 7%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 87%
- Associate's degree
- 5%
- Vocational or technical training
- 5%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 50%
- 6-10 years
- 30%
- 3-5 years
- 20%
Current company
Veolia
Penske Logistics
Tyson Foods
Time at current job
- 1-2 years
- 40%
- 2-5 years
- 40%
- More than 5 years
- 20%
Browse Indeed's database of 15,289 profiles for Forklift Operators in Fort Worth, TX
Last updated: Oct 23, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Fort Worth, TX: $43,927 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,002 – $50,777 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Richland Hills, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsLift TruckPicker/Packer/Forklift Operator
Fort Worth, Texas
Licenses & certifications
HazmatHazardous Material HandlingElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLift TruckForkliftWeldingRoofingReach Truck Operator
Fort Worth, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCDL aWelding CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLoader OperationForklift Operator
Fort Worth, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLift TruckForkliftWarehouse ExperienceReach TruckMaterials HandlingForklift Operator
Fort Worth, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationHazmatHazardous Material HandlingOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's License+4 moreSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsJust-In-TimeMechanic ExperienceForklift Operator/Material Handler
Fort Worth, Texas
Licenses & certifications
CDLScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
LeadershipPublic SpeakingHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLogistics Cargo HandlingInventory Control
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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: heavy lifting, 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: picker/packer/forklift operator, forklift operator/material handler and forklift operator/dock worker.
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 Fort Worth, TX, 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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