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Operations & Logistics · New Orleans, LA
Forklift Operator jobs in New Orleans, LA
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–$28/hr
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$42k
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cargo shippers, vessel owners, and other service providers in the maritime industry. We are currently seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to join our team of dedicated stevedores. In this role, you will operate and main…
$22 - $25 per hour
WBO Service is hiring a Warehouse Worker for the First Shift in New Orleans. Join our logistics team and enjoy a stable full-time schedule, paid training, and a supportive work environment. Duties • Pick and pack custome…
FIFO (first in, first out) inventory controls for perishable products. May require training and operation of a manual pallet jack, electric pallet jack, and/or forklifts. Picks inventory to assemble orders of product, su…
FIFO (first in, first out) inventory controls for perishable products. May require training and operation of a manual pallet jack, electric pallet jack, and/or forklifts. Picks inventory to assemble orders of product, su…
Martin's, family-owned and operated since 1946, specializes in wine, spirits, imported beer, gourmet food and gift baskets. We believe that employee ability, energy and ideas contribute to our ongoing success. We are see…
$20 - $24 per hour
This full-time position pays $20–$24 per hour . We need a reliable team member to support smooth, accurate, and safe warehouse operations. Duties • Receive scheduled deliveries • Match goods to paperwork • Move stock to…
contribution plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Essential Functions: Work with dock personnel to insure effective operation of shipping dock activities. Receive inbound finished goods from co-packers and off s…
$20 - $30 per hour
Monthly performance bonuses for top performers Excellent earning potential for motivated team members What You’ll Do Drive and operate new 26-ft automatic box trucks as needed Safely move furniture and household goods —…
$20 - $30 per hour
Monthly performance bonuses for top performers Excellent earning potential for motivated team members What You’ll Do Drive and operate new 26-ft automatic box trucks as needed Safely move furniture and household goods —…
$17.84 - $18.46 per hour
Ambassador personnel is hiring a Warehouse Shipper for the Gretna, LA area. This is a great opportunity with a growing company. Job Duties: Packs out orders. Counts and unloads product from incoming trailers according to…
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What forklift operators earn in New Orleans
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $15–$19 | $31k–$39k |
| Mid level | $18–$23 | $38k–$47k |
| Senior | $22–$28 | $45k–$58k |
Adjusted for the New Orleans 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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