Forklift Operators for hire in Springfield, MA
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting9%Communication Skills8%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED75%Associate's degree10%Vocational or technical training10%Years of experience
More than 10 years40%3-5 years30%6-10 years20%Current company
Walmart warehouse
Red Bull
UPS
Time at current job
2-5 years75%1-2 years25%
Browse Indeed's database of 2,857 profiles for Forklift Operators in Springfield, MA
Last updated: Oct 18, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Springfield, MA: $51,525 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $42,638 – $62,263 yearly
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Order Selector/Forklift Operator
Springfield, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
Class DTanker EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseIrrigator LicenseNon-CDL Class C+2 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsForklift Driver
Springfield, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
Class DDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsFood PreparationForklift Operator
Palmer, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
Crane Lifting OperationsOverhead Crane CertificationCraneCrane OperationCrane Hoisting OperationsCrane Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsShipping & ReceivingMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Springfield, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
Class DTanker EndorsementGuard CardOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Air Brake Endorsement+14 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingFedex Ship ManagerCommunication SkillsRotational MoldingOrganizational SkillsForklift operator/dock worker
Holyoke, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
HazmatDriver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceJust-In-TimeOrganizational SkillsForklift Operator
Westfield, Massachusetts
Licenses & certifications
Firearms LicenseDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CConcealed Carry PermitFood Handler CertificationHazmat EndorsementSkills
Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsRetail Sales TransactionsSales Transaction Processing
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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: 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: hi-lo operator, order selector/forklift operator and forklift operator/dock worker.
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 Springfield, MA, 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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