Material Handlers for hire in Houston, 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 Houston, TX to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Heavy Lifting10%Communication Skills9%Leadership7%Education level
High school diploma or GED90%Bachelor's degree7%Associate's degree2%Years of experience
6-10 years42%More than 10 years36%3-5 years20%Current company
Electronic Power Design, IncLonza Pharma & BiotechAdvanced Auto DistributionTime at current job
2-5 years41%1-2 years26%More than 5 years19%
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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Houston, TX: $38,564 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $30,586 – $48,622 yearly
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Material Handler / Forklift Operator
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10CDL aTWIC CardARSC Basic Orientation PlusForklift CertificationHazmat Endorsement+1 moreSkills
Lifting EquipmentLift TruckForkliftHi-LoMaterial Handling Equipment OperationMaterials HandlingForklift Operator/Material Handler- acid handler with chemicals
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
HazmatDriver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingNon-CDL Class CTWIC CardElectric Pallet Jack Certification+2 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsJust-In-TimeHeavy LiftingLift TruckForklift Operator/Material Handler
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
IICRC CertificationDriver's LicenseWater CertificationNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingRF ScannerForklift Operator/Material Handler
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementGuard CardASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationConfined Space CertificationEMT Certification+13 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsMaterial Handler
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CIrrigator LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementLoader/ Unloader/ Inventory/ Material Handler (Lead)
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationLift TruckSkills
LeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceShipping & ReceivingMaterials HandlingOrder PickingOrder Picker
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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 33 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, communication skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a material handler?
Common licenses or certifications for material handlers include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and TWIC Card.
What are some job titles related to material handlers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to material handlers include: forklift operator/material handler, material handler / forklift operator and shippingclerk/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 Houston, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 13 years of professional experience.
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