Forklift Operator Jobs in Austin, TX

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

  • Austin, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 9 hours ago

Certified Forklift Operator. 3+ years of previous warehouse experience preferred....

Warehouse Associate / Driver Hybrid

  • Austin, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 10 hours ago

lift and travel upstairs for delivery when necessary Close, distance, and peripheral vision, along with depth perception, required for safe driving Operate hand-activated pallet jacks and convertible...

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

  • Austin, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 10 hours ago

About Us Eagle Eye Networks is the global leader in cloud video surveillance, delivering cyber-secure, cloud-based video with artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics to make businesses more...

Warehouse Associate

  • Austin, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Duties/Responsibilities: Receive and prepare inventory for delivery Use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and...

Non-CDL Yard Spotter

  • Manor, TX (15 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Manor, TX (15 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 21 hours ago

We are now hiring for a fulltime Yard Jockey. Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday work week. 2 shifts open 9 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. 9 p.m. to 7:45 a.m. Will move empty trailers between warehouses and...

FT Dockworker - Austin, TX

  • Austin, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Job Responsibilities Load and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines Read and interpret shipping labels Hand load, rewrap...

Warehouse Associate

  • Austin, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Warehouse Associate- For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly hear you, and were here for you! Were seeking a Warehouse Associate to work at a premier distribution...

Warehouse Associate

  • Austin, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Duties/Responsibilities: Receive and prepare inventory for delivery Use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and...

Night Picker

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department and prepare for shipping....

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Pflugerville, TX (17 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pflugerville, TX (17 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day 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...

Reach Truck Operator

  • Kyle, TX (16 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kyle, TX (16 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Staffmark is looking for dedicated Reach Truck Operators for a local logistics company just outside Austin, in Kyle, TX. This role offers growth potential and development within the company, and...

Warehouse Clerk

  • Kyle, TX (16 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kyle, TX (16 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Do you have strong computer skills and searching for a new temp-to-hire opportunity? Staffmark is hiring a new Warehouse Clerk for our logistics client in Kyle, TX. If you bring one year of...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Cedar Park, TX (19 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Park, TX (19 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, you'll be part of an energetic and efficient team that's dedicated to delivering tech products from the store's warehouse to our customers when, where and how they...

Part-Time Night Warehouse Worker

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

We're looking for a P/T Night Warehouse Worker to pull orders and load trucks at our beverage distribution warehouse. The hours are approximately 7pm to 2am 3 times a week (approx. 20-25hrs/week)....

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY: Assist in warehouse functions required to insure accurate inventories, receipts, and shipments to internal and external customers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the...

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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 Austin, TX

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Austin, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.8%
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 Austin, TX
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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