Forklift Operators for hire in Springfield, MO
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Most popular skills
Organizational Skills8%Communication Skills7%Heavy Lifting6%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Associate's degree10%Vocational or technical training7%Years of experience
More than 10 years80%3-5 years20%Current company
Timken
DHL
Tforce Freight
Time at current job
1-2 years43%2-5 years29%More than 5 years29%
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Last updated: Oct 17, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Springfield, MO: $45,224 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $41,125 – $49,731 yearly
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Warehouseman
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementClass EForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAssembly Technician/ material handle
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
HazmatAerial Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingFall Protection CertificationServsafe+3 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHi-LoAnalysis SkillsShipping/Forklift Operator
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftChild Development Associate CertificationDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationLift TruckFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementWarehouse ExperienceForklift Operator
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Air Brake EndorsementCDL+7 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHi-LoCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingAluminum Forklift Operator
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseOSHAClass EForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMaintenance WorkMaintenanceMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHiringRecruitment and SelectionRecruiting
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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: organizational skills, communication skills and heavy lifting.
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: dock worker/forklift operator, warehouseman and shipping/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 Springfield, MO, 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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