$16 - $22 per hour
Educate clients about pricing and services and the benefit to them prior to giving an estimate, ensuring 110% satisfaction. SAFELY operate the junk and move truck at all times. Make sure all daily truck inspections are p…
Operations & Logistics · St. Louis, MO
Forklift Operator jobs in St. Louis, MO
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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$14–$27/hr
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$41k
Median, full-time
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Maximize your specialized skills! We are urgently hiring expert certified stand up forklift operators for high-bay and narrow-aisle warehouses. This role demands precision and confidence in operating stand-up equipment t…
$17 per hour
up to 50 lbs. (heavy lifting) skills: Build, wrap, sort pallets Packing & Labeling product according to specifications Operate RF scanner Verify quality & quantity according to order and invoices dress code: Shirts or t-…
$20.63 per hour
and non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed when operationally necessary, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collect…
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University • Career advancement opportunities Job Summary Forklift Operator – Electric Sit-Down | Day Shift | St. Louis, MO Pay: $19.00 per hour (Union position…
accordance with established company policies and procedures. Ensure transport and restock of products in assigned location. Ensure all operating procedures are followed to promote4 efficient and effective space utilizati…
Nucor is North America's largest recycler and most diversified steel and steel products company. Since 1969, we've led the industry in developing innovative technologies for recycling scrap into high-quality steels that…
$28.1 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 - $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 —…
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What forklift operators earn in St. Louis
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $14–$19 | $30k–$39k |
| Mid level | $18–$22 | $37k–$46k |
| Senior | $21–$27 | $44k–$57k |
Adjusted for the St. Louis 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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