Operations & Logistics · Austin, TX

Forklift Operator jobs in Austin, TX

Forklift operators move pallets and heavy loads through warehouses and yards, loading trailers, stocking racks, and following strict safety rules around people and product.

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$17–$31/hr
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Loader Operator

Alamo Concrete Products Company · Austin, TX · Full-time

headquartered in San Antonio, TX with 8 Divisions throughout the Greater Central/South Texas Region. ACP produces and delivers concrete and operates Aggregate Quarries that supply concrete, aggregate (rock) and sand to t…

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applications including Microsoft Office.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.Ability to operate equipment such as pallet lifts.Ability to perform detailed work accurately…

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Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

Federal Express Corporation · Austin, TX
$18.5 per week

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 economy, moving. Be part of…

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$19 per hour

Be the driving force behind inventory readiness! We are hiring dedicated stand up forklift operators who ensure products are always available for the picking teams. This dynamic role focuses on maintaining constant mater…

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Material Handler / Forklift Operator

Staff Perm · Austin, TX · Temporary

Seeking a dependable Material Handler / Forklift Operator to join a global leader in climate control product distribution, where your versatility will support efficient warehouse operations. This position involves handli…

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Certified Forklift Operator - Warehouse II

Staff Perm · Austin, TX · Temporary

Join a leading global manufacturer as a Certified Forklift Operator where your skills in powered equipment operation will be valued and utilized daily. This role focuses on operating sit down and stand up forklifts to ef…

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Loader Operator

Southland Holdings · Austin, TX · Full-time

Southland Holdings is currently accepting resumes for highly motivated construction workers to join our team as a Loader Operator. .. Duties: The Operator's primary function is to operate a Finish Blade, Blade, Roller, a…

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Vac Truck Operator (CDL Driver) Sign On Bonus

Pro-Vac · Austin, TX · Full-time
$29 - $34 per hour

As a Hydrovac Truck Operator at Pro-Vac... You will work with one of the largest Vac Truck fleets in the U.S to bring sustainable environmental services to our communities. Every day, you will travel somewhere new, build…

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Forklift Operator

Buffalo Framing & Truss LP · Pflugerville, TX

individuals who are committed to excellence. If this sounds like a company you would like to be a part of, please apply. We are seeking a Forklift Driver to join our team. Job summary: The Forklift Driver position is res…

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Forklift Operator

Staffmax Staffing & Recruiting · Austin, TX

Staffmax is assisting our client in hiring a certified Forklift Operator for a 6-month contract. This is a great opportunity for skilled forklift drivers looking for stable, long-term work with a reputable organization.…

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What forklift operators earn in Austin

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Entry level $17–$21 $35k–$44k
Mid level $20–$25 $42k–$52k
Senior $24–$31 $50k–$65k

Adjusted for the Austin market from national ranges.

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What employers ask for

The skills these listings keep naming

Sit-down and stand-up forkliftsOSHA safety complianceLoad balancingRF scanningTrailer loadingEquipment inspectionSpatial awarenessReliability
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Interview questions worth rehearsing

With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for

What forklift types are you certified on, and which have you run the most?

Be specific: sit-down counterbalance, reach truck, order picker, clamp. Hours on each type tell them more than the certification alone.

Walk me through your daily equipment inspection.

List the real checklist: forks, hydraulics, tires, horn, brakes, battery or propane. A fluent answer signals the habit is genuine.

How do you operate safely in aisles shared with pedestrians?

Mention horn use at intersections, controlled speed, looking in the direction of travel, and stopping when someone is in the aisle. Safety rules, stated simply.

Tell me about a time you caught an unstable or overweight load. What did you do?

Show that you stopped, re-stacked or split the load, and flagged it rather than forcing the lift. Judgment is what they are hiring.

How do you load a trailer to keep weight balanced?

Talk about distributing heavy pallets low and evenly front to back, and following the load plan. It shows you think past your own forks.

What would you do if you clipped a rack or product?

Say you would report it immediately, every time. Companies fire for hidden damage, not for reported accidents.

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Resume tips that move the needle

For forklift operators specifically — generic advice costs you here

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List your OSHA forklift certification and the equipment classes it covers.

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Name each truck type you can run: reach, order picker, clamp, slip-sheet, or stand-up.

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Quantify an incident-free record in months or years; it is the strongest line on this resume.

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Include pallet volumes or trailers loaded per shift to show pace.

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Mention RF scanner and WMS experience, since most operator roles now require both.

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Where this role goes

Typical progression

01 Warehouse Associate
02 Forklift Operator
03 Equipment Lead
04 Warehouse Supervisor
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