Forklift Operators for hire in Lafayette, LA
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting10%Communication Skills10%Time Management7%Education level
High school diploma or GED91%Vocational or technical training4%Associate's degree2%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years12%3-5 years10%Current company
First Solar
Sysco
The Shaw Group Inc
Time at current job
Less than a year26%1-2 years26%2-5 years33%
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Last updated: Aug 30, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Lafayette, LA: $42,585 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $36,644 – $49,488 yearly
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Crane Operator
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationMerchant Mariner CredentialOSHA 10TWIC CardARSC Basic Orientation PlusSafety Training UndergoneSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCrane OperationCrane Lifting OperationsYard Worker/Forklift Operator
Carencro, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10TWIC CardForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsProduct ManagementWarehouse ExperienceForklift Operator/Material Handler
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Time ManagementSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingForklift Operator
Carencro, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipMaterials HandlingForklift Operator/Material Handler
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Class DAerial Lift CertificationScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class C+3 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementHeavy LiftingForklift Operator
Scott, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardReach TruckDriver's LicenseClass G SecurityArmed Security LicenseTWIC Card+2 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementMechanic ExperienceLeadershipSupervising 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: heavy lifting, communication skills and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for a forklift operator?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and TWIC Card.
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, yard worker/forklift operator and forklift operator/order puller.
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 Lafayette, LA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 20 years of professional experience.
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