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Operations & Logistics · Houston, TX
Forklift Operator jobs in Houston, 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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Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting... ...environment preferred Previous experience operating forklift, skid steer, lo…
$21 per hour
- including day or night shifts and weekend shifts as needed Location: 14035 Industrial Rd., Houston, TX 77015 As a 15K Forklift Operator, this role supports the efficiency of operations at a high-level performance with…
$16 per hour
Seeking a hands-on, active job that relies on your driving skills? We have immediate openings for stand up forklift operators to support all phases of material movement, from receiving to storage. This role offers immedi…
$17.82 - $24.51 per hour
warehouse/stocking/fork-lift experience preferred. Previous experience within high-speed industrial environment a plus. Ability to operate a manual / powered pallet jack or lift product. Demonstrated attention to detail.…
$23.43 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…
$17 per hour
hands-on, active role where you are the central mechanism for moving products throughout the warehouse? Join us as a pallet jack operator! This role involves diverse material handling tasks that are vital to overall faci…
$16 per hour
Your certification and safety record are highly valued! We are urgently seeking sit down forklift operators for immediate placement in high-capacity distribution centers. This crucial role requires precision, expertise,…
$18.5 per hour
seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Stand-Up Reach Truck Operator to join our warehouse operations team in the Missouri City/... ...year of stand-up reach truck experience required Previous forklift operating exp…
$37.44k - $41.6k
, we provide electrical solutions to satisfy the most demanding requirements of the electrical construction industry. All Current operates a national network of distribution facilities strategically located across the US…
Forklift Operator Company: GCP PAPER USA, Inc. Location: New Caney, TX Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Shift: 12 - Hour Rotating Shifts Job Summary GCP PAPER USA, Inc. is seeking a skilled and safety-…
$26k - $30k
summer internship ~ Must be summer seasonal Associate employed as Helper, Packer, Driver, Warehouseman, or other Service Center Operational, non-management position. ~ Must show proof of enrollment in school for current…
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What forklift operators earn in Houston
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 Houston 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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