Forklift Operators for hire in Memphis, TN
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Heavy Lifting11%Lift Truck9%Education level
High school diploma or GED77%Associate's degree11%Vocational or technical training6%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years18%6-10 years20%Current company
Milwaukee Tool
Goodyear Tires
Amazon Warehouse
Time at current job
Less than a year14%1-2 years23%2-5 years23%
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Last updated: Aug 31, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Memphis, TN: $43,733 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $35,452 – $53,948 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Bartender LicenseConfined Space CertificationLifeguard ExperiencePMPAerial Lift CertificationCertified Pool Operator+25 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingLeadershipSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsForklift Operator
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementCommercial VehicleX EndorsementCommercial Driving+7 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsForklift Operator
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationASE Parts Specialist CertificationArmed Security License+4 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsForklift Operator I
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Scissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationRough Terrain Forklift CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingAssistant Manager ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsForklift Operator
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CDL aNon-CDL Class CCDL B+5 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsPackingPackagingForklift Operator
West Memphis, Arkansas
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseCrane CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsLoadingLifting EquipmentLift TruckHi-LoMaterial Handling Equipment Operation
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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 lift truck.
What licenses or certifications are common for a forklift operator?
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: forklift operator i.
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 Memphis, TN, 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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