Forklift Operators for hire in Houston, TX
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting9%Lift Truck8%Communication Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Associate's degree12%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
More than 10 years40%6-10 years30%3-5 years20%Current company
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1111 Gillingham4840 SolutionsTime at current job
2-5 years40%Less than a year20%1-2 years20%
Browse Indeed's database of 19,673 profiles for Forklift Operators in Houston, TX
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Houston, TX: $41,802 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $34,336 – $50,893 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Scissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationDiesel Mechanic CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPipefittingLift TruckForkliftForklift Operator
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
HazmatHazardous Material HandlingTWIC CardElectric Pallet Jack CertificationRough Terrain Forklift CertificationForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingLeadershipForklift Operator/Material Handler
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementGuard CardASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationConfined Space CertificationEMT Certification+14 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsForklift Operator/Assembler/Shipping
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Firearms LicenseDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Air Brake EndorsementOverhead Crane Certification+10 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipInventory ManagementForklift Operator/Material Handler
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
HazmatDriver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingSafe Quality Food CertificationNon-CDL Class CForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementForklift Operator
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Certified Notary PublicDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Confidential ClearanceScissor Lift CertificationDOT Physical Certification+7 moreSkills
Time ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceNVOCCCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadership
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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 42 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 communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for forklift operators?
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: forklift operator/material handler, crane operator/forklift operator and forklift operator/assembler/shipping.
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 Houston, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 13 years of professional experience.
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