Material Handlers for hire in Denver, CO
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 Denver, CO to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting8%Leadership7%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED86%Associate's degree7%Bachelor's degree5%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%6-10 years30%3-5 years10%Current company
Ferguson Enterprises, Inc
PepsiCo
Dollar General
Time at current job
Less than a year40%1-2 years40%2-5 years20%
Browse Indeed's database of 2,434 profiles for Material Handlers in Denver, CO
Last updated: Oct 17, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Denver, CO: $46,353 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,316 – $56,076 yearly
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Material Handler/Forklift Operator/Crane Operator
Denver, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseCDL aNon-CDL Class CCDL BElectric Pallet Jack Certification+4 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsMaterial Handler
Aurora, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Material Handling Equipment OperationElectric Pallet JackPallet JackForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsMaterial handler / forklift operator/order puller
Lakewood, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
HazmatDriver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsLeadershipService Technician ExperienceMaterial Handler
Lakewood, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Residential WiremanWireman LicenseOverhead Crane CertificationFirst Aid Certification+7 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Denver, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementJust-In-TimeCommunication SkillsOrder PickingOrder PickerForklift Loader
Denver, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHi-LoWarehouse Supervisor Experience
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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 36 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: heavy lifting, leadership and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for material handlers?
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/order puller, material handler/forklift operator/crane operator and material handler/forklift operator.
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 Denver, CO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 15 years of professional experience.
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