Forklift Operators for hire in Houston, TX
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 Houston, TX to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting9%Lift Truck8%Communication Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED89%Associate's degree7%Bachelor's degree2%Years of experience
More than 10 years40%3-5 years30%6-10 years30%Current company
Adams Warehouse & DeliveryAdvanced Hydraulic Solutions, IncAerotek
Time at current job
2-5 years50%1-2 years25%More than 5 years25%
Browse Indeed's database of 20,304 profiles for Forklift Operators in Houston, TX
Last updated: Oct 7, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Houston, TX: $41,887 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $34,477 – $50,890 yearly
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Forklift 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
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCar WashForklift Operator/Material Handler
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementCommunication SkillsCoiled SteelOrganizational SkillsInventory ControlForklift operator
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMaterials HandlingWarehouse ExperiencePallet JackForklift Operator
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Forklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingPackagingPackingProduction Forklift Operator
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Electric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLift TruckForkliftHazmatHazardous Materials ManagementHazardous Material Handling
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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 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 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: production forklift operator 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 Houston, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 9 years of professional experience.
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