Forklift Operator Jobs in Texas

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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EQUIPMENT REQUIRED TO OPERATE FOR THE POSITION: Forklift: Stand-up forklift Pallet jacks: Riding type. Stretch-wrap machine, slip sheet attachment....

LGG Industrial

Warehouse Technician

  • Pasadena, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 19 days ago

LGG INDUSTRIAL LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve...

Material Handler

  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • moments ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • moments ago

, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and, cycle counting Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract Responsible for the accurate picking and packing,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Missouri City, TX
  • moments ago
  • Missouri City, TX
  • moments ago

What You'll Need High School Diploma or GED preferred Certification to operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment preferred If required to make deliveries: Must have a...

Warehouse Worker

  • Waco, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Waco, TX
  • 4 hours ago

We are looking for Warehouse Workers to join our team. As a warehouse picker and packer, you will support our operations and help ensure the efficient flow of products. Responsibilities: Safely...

Warehouse attendant

  • San Juan, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Juan, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Se busca persona honesta y trabajadora. El trabajo es facil y seguro empacando piso. Trabajaras agusto y a tu paso en bodega chica, limpia y privada. Trabajo de Lunes a Viernes de 8am-5pm. Por...

General Warehouse Associate

  • Lubbock, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 4 hours ago

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking individual to join our team at MB Nutritional Sciences, LLC, a fast-paced animal feed company specializing in manufacturing high-quality cattle supplements....

Warehouse Order Puller-Pallet Build

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago

. - Move goods to designated areas using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment. - Perform general maintenance tasks such as cleaning and organizing the warehouse. - Follow safety protocols and...

Warehouse-Driver Katy Area

  • Barker, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Barker, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Looking for a dependable person to make deliveries and work in our warehouse. Its a hot Job!!! *******MUST BE A NON SMOKER***** MUST BE ABLE TO BACK UP A 20 FT TRAILER-This is a must!! A VALID...

Delivery Material Handler / Roof Loader

  • San Marcos, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Marcos, TX
  • 4 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

  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 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...

Shipping and Receiving Clerk, Pool - Texas Health Surgery Center

  • Willow Park, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Willow Park, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Overview At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure...

Bulk Stocker/Picker

  • Garland, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Garland, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Must be able to operate a forklift, ride on pallet jack or EPJ....

Warehouse Clerk - 1st Shift

  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago

It's more than a job As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to...

Material Handler

  • Baytown, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 4 hours ago

The Material handler works in a material handling shipping operation to load/unload raw materials, intermediates and/or finished product The material handler role has defined tasks to run the production...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Texas 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 Texas
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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