$20.02 per hour
Acme Distribution is seeking dependable, safety-minded Forklift Operators to join our warehouse team. In this role, you will safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, move, stack, an…
Operations & Logistics · Denver, CO
Forklift Operator jobs in Denver, CO
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–$33/hr
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$50k
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$15 - $18 per hour
No CDL Required- Blower Truck Laborer Job Bedder Spreaders Blower Truck Operator Using blower trucks, we install mulch, soil, and sand directly into the required area. This is a unique opportunity to work for a growing o…
and standards such as FDA Quality System Regulation and ISO (International Organization for Standardization).Follow all standard operating procedures, written and oral, at all times.Assist with strategic inventory reques…
Work in one or more process paths; receiving, picking, packing, or shipping. Package and label shipments according to standard operating procedures and complete documentation requirements for hazardous materials Help mak…
Job Description ACIES TRANSPORT is looking for reliable Owner- Operators with Sprinter Vans, Cargo Vans, Box Trucks, and Conestoga/Curtainside trucks to join our growing team under an Independent Contractor Agreement. Re…
$19.95 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…
$15 - $20 per hour
Class A Vactor Truck Operator Job Vactor Truck Operator Denver, CO 80229 Are you ready to work for a company that will provide you with all the tools to help you build a long-lasting and successful career? You’re not stu…
Now Hiring Delivery Driver Helpers – No CDL Required Fair Winds Logistics is a Veteran-Owned and Operated delivery company looking for motivated, hardworking individuals to join our team as Delivery Driver Helpers. In th…
$22 per hour
Base Pay: $22.00 per hour 1st Shift: 6:00 am - 4:30 pm - Monday through Thursday DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Forklift Operator is responsible to provide support to the supply chain through collecting, loading, shippi…
Join our team as a skilled Forklift Operator where your expertise in powered equipment will be essential to efficient warehouse distribution. We are seeking a Distribution Associate II with proven forklift experience to…
$29 - $32 per hour
living out of a suitcase. Others can't wait for the next destination. If you're someone who enjoys traveling, working outdoors, operating heavy equipment, and taking on new challenges, you'll fit right in with Pro-Vac's…
fluctuate based on the needs of the business. Other duties as assigned. Your Key Qualifications HS diploma or GED. Prior forklift certification. Ability to perform repetitive duties within the designated parameters of st…
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What forklift operators earn in Denver
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $17–$22 | $36k–$46k |
| Mid level | $21–$26 | $44k–$55k |
| Senior | $25–$33 | $53k–$68k |
Adjusted for the Denver 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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