$21 per hour
material handlers work together, filling and preparing material orders for shipment to our customers, which includes operation of overhead cranes, forklifts, metal saws, shears, and lasers. Our extensive training will pr…
Operations & Logistics · Charlotte, NC
Forklift Operator jobs in Charlotte, NC
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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$15–$29/hr
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$44k
Median, full-time
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$17 per hour
Ready to leverage your high-level equipment skills in a demanding, fast-paced environment? We are hiring expert Sit Down Forklift Operators / High-Rack Inventory Specialists who can handle complex pallet movement and rac…
$5,500 - $7,500 per week
Looking for Owner Operators who want consistent freight and strong weekly revenue. We work with box trucks, hot shots, and straight trucks and offer flexible run options. If you're tired of searching load boards all day,…
CDL Driver & Pump Truck Operator Industry: Sand, Soil & Aggregate Placement E mployment Type: Full-Time Travel: Required About the Opportunity Turner Staffing Group has partnered with a leading company specializing in Pr…
delivery to construction job sites Load and unload electrical materials, tools, equipment, conduit, wire, and other supplies Safely operate a 1⁄2-ton pickup truck while pulling a trailer Make scheduled deliveries to elec…
based on the depth of construction experience - Salary Range - $42,000 to $65,000-Summary/Objective- Front End Loader/Equipment Operator operates a variety of contractor equipment and trucks used in construction. -Candid…
$20.5 per hour
another within our warehouse environment using equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. Position: 2nd Shift Forklift Operator Shift: 3:00pm-11:00pm, Monday-Friday, Rotating Satu…
$19 per hour
Do you have experience in Driving a Stand-up Forklift? Do you have experience in using RF Scanner? Come join the Safe Fleet Team..... ...the necessary material, parts and packaging. Experience in operating a Stand-up For…
$28 per hour
Now Hiring! CDL Flush Truck Operator in Charlotte, NC A Flush Truck Operator (or Sewer Cleaner Operator) is responsible for driving and operating specialized high-pressure water trucks to clean, maintain, and inspect sew…
$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…
Requisition Number: 234819 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate – Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to designated areas in the…
quantities and specifications, organizing materials in the yard, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, operating material‑handling equipment such as a forklift (training and certification provided), and supporti…
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What forklift operators earn in Charlotte
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $15–$20 | $32k–$41k |
| Mid level | $19–$24 | $39k–$49k |
| Senior | $23–$29 | $47k–$61k |
Adjusted for the Charlotte 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
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Warehouse Associate
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Forklift Operator
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Equipment Lead
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Warehouse Supervisor
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