payment activities in Dallas, Texas. This on-site role plays an important part in keeping purchasing, receiving, warehouse, and operations records aligned in a high-volume distribution setting. The ideal candidate is org…
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Forklift Operator jobs in Dallas, 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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$16–$30/hr
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$45k
Median, full-time
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~ Tuition Reimbursement for PT & FT employees ~ Career Development based on the Skills Matrix Job Description Operates forklift or other material handling equipment to lift, load, or move material as directed. Principle…
$18 per hour
Forklift Operator Looking for a great temp to hire opportunity with lots of overtime available??? We have it!!! Company Profile Our client is a leading logistics distributor in the Dallas area. This is a great opportunit…
$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…
$50 per hour
own area a variety of manufacturing tools, parts, and equipment. Operate lifting and loading equipment with occasional use of hand/power... ....Prior warehousing experience.Prior experience operating a forklift. Must hav…
$28.81 per hour
What you’ll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Get a feel for the role. Watch this short video to see a day-in-the-life on an XPO dock . Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic mat…
maintain a clean work environment. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration to promote a positive work environment. Preferred Experience: Forklift, Shipping & receiving procedures, identifying…
$19.15 per hour
our business goals. Job Description Schedule: Monday- Friday (2:00pm-10:30pm) with some weekend work and OT The Forklift Operator/ Machine Operator (Production Area) supports the safe, efficient and productive set up, ma…
$16 - $17 per hour
Job description: Overview Join our dynamic logistics team as a Shipping & Receiving Forklift Operator, where you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods through efficient shipping and receiving operatio…
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of internal customers. Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as reel counters, scales, pallet jacks and forklift. Ability to effectively lead a wide variety of…
environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dynamic team. Job Title: Off-Road Truck Operator Job Summary: The Off-Road Truck Operator operates or tends machinery equipped with…
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What forklift operators earn in Dallas
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $16–$20 | $33k–$42k |
| Mid level | $19–$24 | $40k–$50k |
| Senior | $23–$30 | $48k–$62k |
National ranges — pay in Dallas typically tracks these.
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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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