Forklift Operator Jobs in Prescott, AZ

A Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the logistics industry, ensuring the efficient management of goods in warehouses and distribution centers. Their primary responsibilities include loading and unloading cargo, moving goods stored on pallets or in crates around the storage facility, stacking goods in the correct storage bays, and following inventory control instructions. They also check loads for accuracy and damages, ensuring that the correct products are delivered to the right location. To ensure safety, forklift operators are required to perform regular machine checks and adhere to safety regulations.

Important skills for a Forklift Operator include good hand-eye coordination, physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to adhere to safety guidelines. As the work involves lifting heavy goods and operating machinery, forklift operators must be comfortable with physical work and have a high level of mechanical aptitude. They should also have a good understanding of warehouse processes and inventory control. Certifications in forklift operation are critical, with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) forklift certification being a common requirement. Prior to becoming a Forklift Operator, a person may have roles such as a Warehouse Associate, Delivery Driver, or Material Handler.

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This will include basic warehouse functions and material handling. Operates various equipment in warehouse and/or production areas....

Warehouse Worker

  • Cottonwood, AZ (18 miles from Prescott, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cottonwood, AZ (18 miles from Prescott, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse workers wanted to pull orders and work in our warehouse. Full time hours. Must have valid drivers license with clean 36 months MVR. Please respond to ad....

Materials Handler Supervisor (Fire Support)

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 1 day ago

This position is located within a National Interagency Support Cache (NISC). This position supervises personnel, and work activities including shipping, receiving, storing, kitting, returns, and...

Materials Handler (Fire Support)

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 1 day ago

This position involves warehousing and materials handling activities that include receiving, storing, repairing, refurbishing, and shipping supplies, equipment, and materials....

Materials Handler Leader (Fire Support)

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 1 day ago

This position involves warehousing and materials handling activities that include receiving, storing, repairing, refurbishing, and shipping supplies, equipment, and materials....

4 Day Work Week, Warehouse Order Selector

  • Prescott Valley, AZ (5 miles from Prescott, AZ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Prescott Valley, AZ (5 miles from Prescott, AZ)
  • 7 days ago

Occasionally lift 80-165 pounds from pallet to pallet or floor to pallet Ability to safely operate warehouse walkie-rider pallet jack Requires constant standing, walking, bending, twisting, squatting...

Warehouse Technician

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 8 days ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 8 days ago

handling Identify freight weights and limits to ensure safe equipment operation (e.g., forklifts, cranes) Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment per task training certifications...

Ace Hardware Warehouse Specialist

  • Prescott Valley, AZ (5 miles from Prescott, AZ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Prescott Valley, AZ (5 miles from Prescott, AZ)
  • 16 days ago

Compensation Details: Team members earn $18.75 up to $21.75 per hour base pay (includes shift differentials and premiums) plus up to $5.19/hr in incentive pay based on performance. This is...

Delivery Station Warehouse Associate

  • Prescott Valley, AZ (5 miles from Prescott, AZ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Prescott Valley, AZ (5 miles from Prescott, AZ)
  • 25 days ago

Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and packages#### You will also need to be able to do:1. Lift up to 49 pounds2. Receive truck deliveries3....

Warehouse Associate Overnight Shift

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 60+ days ago

This will include basic warehouse functions and material handling. Operates various equipment in warehouse and/or production areas....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Prescott, AZ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Prescott, AZ offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Forklift Operators in Prescott, AZ
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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