Operations & Logistics · Raleigh, NC

Forklift Operator jobs in Raleigh, 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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$16–$29/hr
Typical pay range
$45k
Median, full-time
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Mover/Driver

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving · Raleigh, NC · Part-time
$15 - $25 per hour

Reliable transportation to and from work Valid/Active Driver's License Each CHHJ location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions…

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Professional Mover

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving · Raleigh, NC · Part-time
$14 per hour

willing to submit a background check Eligible to work in the United States Each CHHJ location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decis…

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Forklift Operator

XPO · Morrisville, NC
$22.85 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…

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$20.36 per hour

material management (warehousing). ~4+ years’ experience driving a forklift, order picker and stand up. ~2+ years of experience with... ..., Excel, and Outlook You’ll make an impact by: Safely operating stand-up reach tr…

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Delivery Helper

Raleigh, NC · Full-time
$20.24 - $23.76 per hour

instances where rooftop delivery is not feasible, the roof loader will provide support to the driver by assisting with ground drop operations at the designated job site • Verify order contents prior to loading them onto…

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Material Handler

Accentuate Staffing · Raleigh, NC

efforts when needed ~Load and unload trucks ~Package orders for outgoing deliveries as well as ensure they are properly labeled ~ Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials throughout the facility Requirements:…

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Logistics/Stand-Up Forklift Operator

Accentuate Staffing · Raleigh, NC

assist with taking inventory and performing cycle counts ~Associate will utilize RF scanner systems ~Associate will operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to move product throughout the warehouse Requirements: ~Candidat…

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Material Handler

TT&E Iron & Metal, LLC · Garner, NC · Full-time

safe and efficient handling, sorting, and movement of scrap metal materials within the yard or facility. This role supports daily operations by ensuring materials are processed, stored, and prepared for shipment while ma…

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What forklift operators earn in Raleigh

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Entry level $16–$20 $33k–$42k
Mid level $19–$24 $40k–$50k
Senior $23–$29 $48k–$61k

Adjusted for the Raleigh 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

01 Warehouse Associate
02 Forklift Operator
03 Equipment Lead
04 Warehouse Supervisor
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