Forklift Operators for hire in Gainesville, FL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Heavy Lifting9%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED86%Associate's degree7%Bachelor's degree2%Years of experience
Less than 1 year6%1-2 years14%3-5 years12%Current company
Dollar General
Owens & Minor
G&C Foods
Time at current job
Less than 1 year27%1-2 years19%2-5 years31%
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Last updated: Jul 23, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Gainesville, FL: $45,613 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,023 – $56,196 yearly
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Reciever
Gainesville, Florida
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftLifting EquipmentMaterial Handling Equipment OperationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsServer
Gainesville, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardJourneyman ElectricianOSHA 10Air Brake EndorsementJourneyman LicenseDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsOrder Filler
Gainesville, Florida
Licenses & certifications
CDL aCDLPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL aElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsProduct ManagementCDL aForklift/ Warehouse
Gainesville, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementRegistered DietitianTWIC CardCosmetology LicenseEPA Refrigeration CertificationHVAC CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMicrosoft Outlook CalendarWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceMechanic ExperienceCherry Picker Driver
Gainesville, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRServsafeElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Fast Casual ExperienceSupply Chain ManagementLift TruckCustomer SupportSanitationCleaningWarehouse Unloader
Gainesville, Florida
Licenses & certifications
CDLFood Safety CertificationSchool Bus EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementAerial Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceAnalysis 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: communication skills, heavy lifting 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 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: warehouse unloader, server and laborer and refrigeration.
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 Gainesville, FL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 19 years of professional experience.
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