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CLAMP OPERATOR

Fontana, CA

$19/hr

As a Clamp Operator, you will play a crucial role in our production process, ensuring that materials are handled safely and efficiently. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for working in ...

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Clamp Operator

Compton, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Luxor Staffing is hiring Clamp Operators paying $19 per hour with 2nd shift available. Weekly pay, possible overtime, incentive and bonus programs, optional direct deposit, benefits from day 1 on the ...

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Reach/Clamp - 1st Shift

Chino, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Salary: $18 per hour + none Reference: 1155723-3 As a reach truck and clamp operator you will be responsible for unloading materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and loading them onto ...

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Sit Down Clamp - 1st Shift

Chino, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Salary: $18 per hour + none Reference: 1156798-3 As a sit down clamp forklift operator, you will unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and load them onto assigned locations. You ...

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How much do clamp driver jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average weekly pay for clamp driver in California is $1,425.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,232.69 and $1,603.85 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges clamp drivers face, and how can they be addressed on the job?

Clamp Drivers often deal with challenges such as safely maneuvering heavy loads in tight warehouse spaces and ensuring that products are not damaged during transport. Staying alert and maintaining excellent spatial awareness are crucial to avoid accidents or mishandling goods. Regular equipment checks, clear communication with team members, and following established safety protocols can help overcome these challenges and contribute to a smooth workflow.

What is a clamp driver?

Clamp drivers are skilled operators who use a specialized forklift attachment called a clamp to handle, move, and stack large, heavy, or awkward items such as appliances, paper rolls, or boxes in warehouses and distribution centers. Instead of using forks, the clamp attachment grips items securely from the sides, allowing for the safe transportation of goods that cannot be palletized. Clamp drivers play a critical role in ensuring efficient material handling and preventing damage to sensitive products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clamp driver?

To thrive as a Clamp Driver, you need a valid forklift or clamp truck operator license, good spatial awareness, and experience handling large or irregular loads. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), clamp attachment controls, and safety protocols is typically required. Attention to detail, situational awareness, and effective communication help prevent damage and ensure smooth operations. These skills and qualifications are important to maximize efficiency, uphold safety standards, and maintain product integrity in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

What is the difference between Clamp Driver vs Forklift Operator?

AspectClamp DriverForklift Operator
CertificationsMaterial Handling Certification, Equipment Operation LicenseForklift Certification, OSHA Compliance
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, manufacturing plants, shipping yardsWarehouses, construction sites, distribution centers
Job RoleUses clamp attachments to lift and move large or awkward loadsOperates forklifts to transport pallets and materials

Clamp Drivers and Forklift Operators both work in warehouse and industrial settings, but Clamp Drivers specialize in using clamp attachments for handling specific loads, while Forklift Operators primarily operate forklifts for general material movement. Both roles require certification and safety training, but their equipment and load types differ.

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Forklift Driver (Sit Down Forklift & Clamp Truck)

Pacific Southwest Container LLC

Modesto, CA

$22.15 - $23.33/hr

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Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

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2nd of 119 rated packaging manufacturers

Job description

About PSC

Pacific Southwest Container, LLC is a world-class, ISO 9001 manufacturer of custom packaging. We are a market leader in the design and conversion of corrugated, folding carton, single-face lamination, foam protective packaging and point-of-purchase displays. Our facilities in Modesto and Visalia serve a wide variety of end use customers who value creativity, flexibility, speed to market and best total system cost.

We have amazing people who are the driving force, the inspiration, and foundation of our family-owned company. Our thriving culture and values are the foundation of Team PSC: 360 degrees Health; Teamwork; Quality; and Sustainability.

We invest in our team, offering competitive benefits such as a 401K program and medical, vision, and dental insurance.

About the Forklift Driver (Sit Down amp; Clamp Truck) Role:

The Material Handler/Shipping Clerk/Receiving Clerk/Clamp Driver is responsible for the following items:
  • Loading of outgoing freight, PSC trucks and outside carriers
  • Properly prepare the necessary documents for shipping
  • Maintaining the warehouse by the guidelines in the Procedure Manual
  • Servicing the material requirements of the facilities machine operations
  • Work ahead of each machine's demand so that stock is always available
  • Pallet supply and miscellaneous factory supplies

Skills, Education, amp; Experience would include:

  • Current forklift license
  • Current California drivers license
  • Data entry experience
  • 2 years experience in warehouse operations, inventory control using computer software systems and cycle audits
  • Ability to work productively on your own, without the need for close supervision
  • Ability to work with deadlines
  • Be accurate in all reporting requirements of the assignment
  • Be able to handle math and numbers relating to shipping activity
  • Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English.
*Vacant positions are mostly on 2nd Shift (3pm-11pm) or 3rd Shift (11pm-7am), however there may be few if any available positions on 1st Shift (7am-3pm).

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