Material Handlers for hire in Austin, TX
Find material handlers who specialize in safely moving, loading and unloading goods while operating forklifts and pallet jacks to ensure inventory accuracy and efficiency in logistics operations. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Austin, TX to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills7%Lift Truck6%Heavy Lifting5%Education level
High school diploma or GED90%Bachelor's degree5%Vocational or technical training5%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years32%6-10 years26%Current company
Tesla
Applied Materials
Adecco
Time at current job
Less than a year16%1-2 years20%2-5 years56%
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Last updated: Sep 9, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Austin, TX: $38,093 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $28,307 – $51,262 yearly
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Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCDL aNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementCrane OperationForklift Operator and Material Handler
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftLifting EquipmentMaterial Handling Equipment OperationDriver's LicenseCPRMaterials Handling+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsMaterials HandlingOrder PickingOrder PickerRF ScannerPallet JackMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationHazmat EndorsementSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsJust-In-TimeHeavy LiftingMathematical AptitudeTime ManagementWarehouse Lead & Material Handler
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationPMPOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRCertified Supply Chain Professional+3 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy Equipment OperationDelivery Driver/Material Handler
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementOSHA Safety CertificationScissor Lift CertificationDOT Physical CertificationOSHA 10Air Brake Endorsement+5 moreSkills
Lift TruckInventory ControlInventory ManagementStraight TruckComputer OperationComputer LiteracyManufacturing Technician
Manor, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardPest Control LicenseDriver's LicenseElectrical LicenseNon-CDL Class CArmed Security License+1 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLift TruckForkliftBasic MathMath
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What's the average time to fill a material handler role?
The average time to fill a material handler role is 34 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do material handlers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a material handler include: communication skills, lift truck and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for a material handler?
Common licenses or certifications for material handlers include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Pallet Jack Certification.
What are some job titles related to material handlers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to material handlers include: material handler/forklift operator, shipping clerk and delivery driver/material handler.
What level of education is common for a material handler?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a material handler in Austin, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 9 years of professional experience.
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