Forklift Operator Jobs in Tampa, FL

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 / Forklift Driver

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 hour ago

Find your ideal career with us! Express Employment Professionals is partnering with a distribution company in the west Tampa area. We are seeking an energetic Warehouse associate with a desire in...

Bilingual Forklift Operator - Spanish and English

  • Temple Terr, FL (9 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Temple Terr, FL (9 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 hour ago

#3127 Bilingual Forklift Operator - Spanish and English Long Term - Full Time Express Employment in Temple Terrace is currently hiring candidates for the Bilingual Forklift Operator position for a local...

Warehouse/Forklift Operator

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 hour ago

Express Employment Professionals is partnering with a fast-paced distribution company, we're looking for a skilled Warehouse Worker in west Tampa area. P ulling orders with precision and operating...

Warehouse Associate, Ground Operations, Tampa, FL

  • Tampa, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 6 hours ago

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

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up To $18.00

  • Ruskin, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Ruskin, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 15 hours ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Forklift Operator, Inbound

  • Tampa, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 16 hours ago

., tugs, forklifts, pallet jacks) operation rules and practices to reduce accidents and injuries....

Forklift Operator, Let Down

  • Tampa, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 16 hours ago

Unloads/loads pallets of products using pallet jacks and forklifts. Stores and removes pallets of products from rack locations. Puts product in overflow locations....

Inventory Clerk

  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 16 hours ago

7172 - Clearwater - 2550 Roosevelt Blvd, Clearwater, Florida, 33760 CarMax, the way your career should be! General Summary: Under general supervision, responsible for zone maintenance, vehicle...

Delivery Driver Warehouse Maintenance

  • Oldsmar, FL (14 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oldsmar, FL (14 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Express Employment Professionals of Clearwater is a professional staffing company dedicated to helping local businesses find great people. We are currently seeking an experienced Delivery Driver |...

Delivery Material Handler / Roof Loader (492)

  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

ABC Supply is the nation's largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior building materials. Delivery Material Handlers at ABC assist in the safe and accurate delivery of materials from...

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Material Handler Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Warehouse Material Handler for a company based in Ruskin, FL. In this role, you will have the opportunity to advance your...

Warehouse Order Selector

  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Materials Handler/ Stockroom & Inventory

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Forklift operators must successfully complete a forklift safety program and obtain certification Responsible for some or all of the following: receiving, storing, routing, issuing, and shipping of materials...

Material Handler-Forklift Operator

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

BlueLinx is looking for a Material Handler/Forklift Operator(6am-2:30pm) to assist in our distribution center....

Night Warehouse Associate Part TIme

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Move product by safely and responsibly operating material handling equipment including forklift, order picker, pallet jack, reach truck, keg fork dock stocker, slip-sheet lift, de-layer, clamp truck...

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Forklift Operator Training
Forklifts are extensively used in warehouses, construction sites and distribution centres for lifting and moving heavy objects. This course will introduce you to forklift operation. Youll learn...
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Forklift Operator Awareness Part 1
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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Tampa, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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