Forklift Operator Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT

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 Operator

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 hours ago

Operator | Forklift Certification | Shipping and Receiving | FedEx | UPS | Order Fulfillment | Pallet Stacking | Label Generation | Material Handling | Day Shift | Heavy Lifting | Inventory | Logistics...

Warehouse Fulfillment Specialist

  • Midvale, UT (8 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Midvale, UT (8 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 6 hours ago

Warehouse Fulfillment Specialist 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars Midvale, UT 84047 PC Laptops is urgently seeking a Warehouse Fulfillment Specialist to assist in all aspects of our warehouse. This may...

Warehouse Associate

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 hours ago

Adecco is recruiting Warehouse Associates in Salt Lake City, UT. These jobs are temp to hire opportunities with pay rate of $19/hour. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with shipping and receiving...

Forklift Operator FT

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 9 hours ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, $26.39 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 3pm-Till Done Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers R+L Carriers...

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • North Salt Lake, UT (15 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 9 hours ago
  • North Salt Lake, UT (15 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 9 hours 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 Loader

  • North Salt Lake, UT (15 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 10 hours ago
  • North Salt Lake, UT (15 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 10 hours ago

jack experience 1 year of forklift experience 1 year of RF Scanner experience Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment We offer a dynamic environment for our more than...

Inventory Clerk

  • American Fork, UT (19 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 10 hours ago
  • American Fork, UT (19 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 10 hours ago

Additionally, Clerks should have experience using pallet jacks, forklifts, and reach trucks....

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate

  • Magna, UT (5 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Magna, UT (5 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 19 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...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $21/hour - Evening Shifts

  • South Jordan, UT (6 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • South Jordan, UT (6 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 19 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...

Amazon Picker Packer - Earn Up to $21/hour - Evening Shifts

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 19 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 19 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...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $19/hour - Flexible Shifts

  • Herriman, UT (11 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Herriman, UT (11 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 19 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...

Inventory Clerk

  • Riverton, UT (11 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Riverton, UT (11 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 20 hours ago

7167 - Salt Lake City - 11213 S Jordan Gtwy, South Jordan, Utah, 84095 CarMax, the way your career should be! General Summary: Under general supervision, responsible for zone maintenance, vehicle...

USA - Warehouse Associate I

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 21 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 21 hours ago

The Warehouse Associate will provide service support for products in the service center; assist in customer requests for medical equipment; prepare movable medical equipment and support surfaces...

General Warehouse Associate - 9:30am

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago

Operates material handling equipment to move inventory within the facility....

Warehouse Associate

  • West Valley, UT (6 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Valley, UT (6 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 2 days ago

Operating stock management tools: for example, powered industrialequipment and pallet jacks. Counting stock and keeping inventory records....

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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...
Forklift Operator Safety Training
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Forklift Operator Awareness Part 1
Standards OSHA Standard: 1910.178 and industry best practices Part 1 of Forklift Operator Awareness training covers basic knowledge about the different types of forklifts, associated hazards, and...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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