Forklift Operators for hire in Savannah, GA
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting8%Communication Skills7%Organizational Skills6%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Associate's degree10%Bachelor's degree7%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years30%1-2 years10%Current company
NFI Industries
Shaw Industries
TARGET DISTRIBUTING CenterTime at current job
2-5 years67%1-2 years33%
Browse Indeed's database of 3,454 profiles for Forklift Operators in Savannah, GA
Last updated: Oct 8, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Savannah, GA: $44,236 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,285 – $51,111 yearly
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Forklift Operator / Machine Operator
Savannah, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationLift TruckSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsLeadershipLift TruckForklift Operator
Savannah, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
ASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationDriver's LicenseWelding CertificationTWIC CardElectric Pallet Jack CertificationCrane Certification+2 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsFloor Lead/ forklift operator/jockey truck
Savannah, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy Lifting2nd Shift security/Forklift Operator/Order Puller Box Clamp Operator
Savannah, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
EPA Type IBaton PermitASQC CertificationCertified Pool OperatorOSHA 10Driver's License+10 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsWet End Operator
Savannah, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationNon-CDL Class CCPRTWIC CardForklift CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingUnloadingLoadingForklift Operator
Savannah, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationMotorcycle LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipDishwashingDishwasher
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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, communication skills and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for forklift operators?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification 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: floor lead/ forklift operator/jockey truck, traffic control specialist and 2nd shift security/forklift operator/order puller box clamp 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 Savannah, GA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 11 years of professional experience.
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