Forklift Operators for hire in Phoenix, AZ
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting11%Organizational Skills10%Communication Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Associate's degree10%Vocational or technical training6%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years22%6-10 years22%Current company
Atkore
A2Z Workforce Solutions LLCABB, PhoenixTime at current job
Less than 1 year8%1-2 years17%2-5 years50%
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Last updated: Jul 22, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Phoenix, AZ: $46,658 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,231 – $56,942 yearly
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Material Handler/Forklift Operator Telehander
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Scissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10CPRNon-CDL Class CSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLead Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
MAST PermitOSHA 10Driver's LicenseServsafeRough Terrain Forklift CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingJust-In-TimeMechanic ExperienceProduct ManagementForklift Operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationCertified Information Systems AuditorDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeElectric Pallet Jack CertificationSkills
Financial ConceptsPallet JackManufacturingPackagingMicrosoft WordWord EmbeddingsForklift Operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Certified Compensation ProfessionalOSHA 10Certified Employee Benefit SpecialistOverhead Crane CertificationScissor Lift CertificationCertified Apartment ManagerSkills
LeadershipAnalysis SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsMaterial Handler / production operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationSafe Quality Food CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationCrane CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsLift TruckForklift Operator
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationDriver's LicenseCDL aNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management
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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, organizational skills and communication skills.
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: dock worker/forklift operator, material handler / production operator and warehouse forklift operator.
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 Phoenix, AZ, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 12 years of professional experience.
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