Forklift Operator Jobs in Pearl River, NY

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 Associate - Waterproofing

  • Long Island City, NY (22 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Long Island City, NY (22 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 7 hours ago

We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by...

Warehouse Associate II

  • Long Island City, NY (22 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Long Island City, NY (22 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 7 hours ago

A position at White Cap isnt your ordinary job. Youll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

Overnight Stock Clerk Part Time

  • Glen Cove, NY (24 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Glen Cove, NY (24 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Stock Associate

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

GrowWithUs! Hudson is North America's leading travel retailer. For over 30 years, Hudson has met the needs and wants of travelers in more than 1,000 duty-free, duty-paid, and food & beverage...

Loader/Forklift operator

  • Long Island City, NY (22 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Long Island City, NY (22 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

operator --Be physically capable of lifting, pushing and pulling of building materials up to 50 LBS This is a UNION JOB with the following benefits: *Medical *Yearly pay increase *Pension plan through...

Support Stock Associate - Valentino Handbags, Full Time - 59th Street

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Day-1 Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits for eligible colleagues Competitive Pay Paid Time Off Flexible Holiday Time-Off & Flexible Scheduling Instant access to earned wages with PayActiv Enhanced...

Logistics Operator

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Logistics Operator ID: 551933 Posted: 7/9/2025 Location: Long Island,, NY Category: LI - Manufacturing Job Type: Temporary Duration: 9 - 12 Months Description Acara Solutions is looking for a...

Warehouse Associate

  • Montville, NJ (21 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Montville, NJ (21 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Comfortable using equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, RF scanners, and cherry pickers....

Forklift Operator / Replenishment Associate (Night Shift)

  • Norwood, NJ (5 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Norwood, NJ (5 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

PI274964168 Forklift Operator Night Shift Norwood, New Jersey, United States, 07648...

Retail Stock Associate - Luxor

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Las Vegas, Nevada The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you...

Receiving Forklift Operator

  • Yonkers, NY (10 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Yonkers, NY (10 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 18 hours ago

Stew Leonard’s, a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, has locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Stew’s earned its nickname, the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores”...

Material Handler

  • Mahwah, NJ (8 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Mahwah, NJ (8 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 18 hours ago

Operate pallet movers, hand-trucks, forklift trucks and other material handling equipment according to safety regulations....

Logistics Operator

  • Long Island City, NY (22 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Long Island City, NY (22 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Acara Solutions is looking for a Logistics Operator for our client on Long Island,City NY Pay 20/hr.** ****AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:**Performs all receiving functions, counting, identifying and...

Stock Associate $18 hourly

  • Fairfield, NJ (19 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (19 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

For a more detailed look into this role click here or copy and paste the following link if using a mobile device Raymour & Flanigan supports an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on...

Material Handler I (Chester, NY, US, 10918)

  • Chester, NY (23 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chester, NY (23 miles from Pearl River, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Handling, production functions as needed....

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Forklift Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Pearl River, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Pearl River, NY 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 Pearl River, NY
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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