Loaders for hire in Columbus, OH

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    3,323

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills11%
    Organizational Skills10%
    Time Management9%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED96%
    Associate's degree2%
    Bachelor's degree2%
  • Years of experience

    1-2 years14%
    3-5 years16%
    6-10 years24%
  • Current company

    FedEx
    Rumpke
    G&J Pepsi Cola
  • Time at current job

    Less than 1 year12%
    1-2 years35%
    2-5 years32%

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Last updated: Jul 14, 2026

Loader: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Columbus, OH: $52,688 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $39,797$69,754 yearly

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  • Warehouse Picker/Loader

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Chauffeur's PermitCDLDriver's LicenseCDL CNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingProduct ManagementAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management
  • Loader/Unloader

    Reynoldsburg, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Notary PublicPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourNon-CDL Class CForklift Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadership
  • Forklift Operator/Material Handler

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCDL BElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipLift TruckInventory ControlForklifts with Various AttachmentsClamp Truck
  • Selector

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Pharmacy Technician CertificationFirearms LicenseRadiation Health & Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseFall Protection CertificationCertified Medical Assistant

    Skills

    Assistant Manager ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills
  • Loader/Unloader/ pump

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DOSHA 10Driver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingFord Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadership
  • Loader

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DServsafe Food Handler CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class C

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

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What's the average time to fill a loader role?

The average time to fill a loader role is 153 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do loaders tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a loader include: communication skills, organizational skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for a loader?

Common licenses or certifications for loaders include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Pallet Jack Certification.

What are some job titles related to loaders?

According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to loaders include: loader/unloader, warehouse loader and forklift operator/material handler.

What level of education is common for a loader?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a loader in Columbus, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a loader?

Most loaders have 14 years of professional experience.

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