Forklift Operator Jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

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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Warehouse Worker & Delivery Driver

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 18 hours ago

Position Function: The Regional Driver will be responsible for delivery of products to customers as well as supporting the needs of the warehouse and to ensure a safe, clean and productive work...

Warehouse Associate

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities In this friendly work environment you will be responsible for: Operate various MHE (Material Handling Equipment) in a safe and efficient manner....

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 3 days ago

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Warehouse Worker

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 4 days ago

General Responsibilities: Pulling orders on a routine basis by moving food items from storage areas to the shipping pallet. Physically pulling orders from shelves and loading them onto trucks....

Warehouse Package Handler

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 4 days ago

Warehouse Package Handler 4510 Edison Ave #199, Colorado Springs, CO 80915, USA Colorado Springs, 4510 Edison Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States of America Req #53 Thursday, April...

Warehouse Worker - Urgent Vacancies

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago

jacks, and other material handling equipment Sort, place and stock materials on racks, shelves, or in bins Monitor and maintain inventory levels post id: ... [ ]...

Material Handler II, Ops- Academy Warehouse

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago

handling procedures and guidelines....

Warehouse Associate

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago

Joining Beacon Building Products as a Warehouse Associate means becoming part of a values-driven organization. Our core principles guide everything we do: putting people first, prioritizing...

Material Handler I

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago

Drives material handling equipment to transport stored items. Loads and unloads trailers of palletized and non-palletized product. Utilizes manual and automated material handling equipment....

Stock Associate, Part Time Flex, Briargate - Pottery Barn

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 7 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 7 days ago

About the Role Receive shipments & accurately maintain inventory records. Maintain stockroom & off-site locations. Assist sales team in replenishing sales floor after shipment or during recovery...

Delivery Material Handler / Roof Loader

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 8 days ago

Joining Beacon Building Products as a Delivery Material Handler / Roof Loader means becoming part of a values-driven organization. Our core principles guide everything we do: putting people first,...

Warehouse Associate - WAREH004790

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 9 days ago

parts according to customer and shop orders and delivers parts topacking areaIdentifies the required delivery method and packs parts accordinglyPrepares freight for delivery by shipper, secures to pallet...

Warehouse Associate, Ground Operations

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 12 days ago

Day-to-day, you'll scan, sort packages onto pallets or into routes, and meet delivery driver partners for the morning launch....

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 14 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 14 days ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

Warehouse Associate (Part Time)

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 15 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 15 days ago

Join a leader in the plastics industry!We are looking for a Part-Time Warehouse Associate to join our team inColorado Springs. If you're a motivated team player with forklift experienceand a...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Colorado Springs, CO offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
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 Colorado Springs, CO
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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