Material Handlers for hire in Tucson, AZ
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 Tucson, AZ to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills7%Organizational Skills6%Heavy Lifting5%Education level
High school diploma or GED73%Associate's degree11%Bachelor's degree9%Years of experience
1-2 years12%3-5 years12%6-10 years28%Current company
4D TechnologiesABM
ABM Industries Inc
Time at current job
Less than a year25%1-2 years17%2-5 years42%
Browse Indeed's database of 669 profiles for Material Handlers in Tucson, AZ
Last updated: Aug 21, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Tucson, AZ: $38,956 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $33,225 – $45,675 yearly
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Machine Operator/Assembler/Material Handler/forklift Operator
Tucson, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Certified Information Systems AuditorFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPackingPackagingPicking & PackingMaterial Handler/Machine Operator
Tucson, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCDLDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL aFood Handler CertificationSkills
OTROrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOver the Road (OTR) Driving RoutesDrivingForklift Operator and Material Handler
Tucson, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CArmed Security LicenseCertified Indoor Cycling Instructor+3 moreSkills
Time ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipLogistics Coordinator
Tucson, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementPharmacy Technician CertificationFood Safety CertificationPassenger EndorsementPharmacy Technician LicenseDriver's License+12 moreSkills
LeadershipHost/Hostess ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceOTRHeavy LiftingMachine OperationMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Tucson, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationOverhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipUnloadingMaterial Handler
Tucson, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Class DScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CPesticide Applicator's LicenseForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsProduct ManagementCommunication Skills
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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, organizational skills 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 Food Handler 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, logistics coordinator and material handler/machine 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 Tucson, AZ, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 17 years of professional experience.
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