Forklift Operators for hire in Washington, DC
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Heavy Lifting10%Time Management7%Education level
High school diploma or GED71%Bachelor's degree12%Associate's degree8%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years16%6-10 years22%Current company
Capital Area food bankTribles IncA&M Supply CorporationTime at current job
Less than 1 year6%1-2 years26%2-5 years47%
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Last updated: Jul 23, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Washington, DC: $49,830 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $35,900 – $96,610 yearly
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Forklift Driver
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
EPA Type IIDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationHVAC CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceSupervising ExperienceCertified Forklift Operator/Material Handler
Arlington, Virginia
Licenses & certifications
Motor Vehicle Inspection LicenseDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Journeyman LicenseCDL aServsafeSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsWarehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Bethesda, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseLife & Health Insurance LicenseTop Secret ClearanceSafe Quality Food CertificationMassage Therapy LicenseSkills
Computer OperationComputer LiteracyComputer SkillsERP SystemsWarehouse ExperienceMicrosoft Dynamics 365Forklift Operator
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseElectrician ApprenticeEPA Refrigeration CertificationHVAC CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingDOT Physical ExaminationSkills
LeadershipOTRFront Loader TruckSupervising ExperienceService Technician ExperienceMechanic ExperienceStandup Forklift Operator
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafeForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsStrategic PlanningLeadershipSupervising ExperienceAdvanced Knife SkillsTime ManagementForklift Operator
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicensePallet JackNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsClient Relationship ManagementCustomer Relationship BuildingClient Rapport BuildingClient Relationship DevelopmentClient Services
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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 time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for a forklift operator?
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: warehouse associate/forklift operator, forklift operator/material handler and forklift driver.
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 Washington, DC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 15 years of professional experience.
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