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Entry Level Reach Stacker Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Port Equipment Operator

Riviera Beach, FL

$17 - $19.50/hr

Operates reach stacker and heavy lift fork-lifts to mount and dismount containers. Moves damaged ... Experience in operating tractor trailers and heavy machinery. One year CDL experience operating ...

... stacking the equipment and helping the operators including setup, operation, cleanup, and ... The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and ...

Stacker

Carlisle, PA

$14.50 - $17/hr

Position: Stacker Operator Full Time Position * Perform quality work within deadlines with or ... The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and ...

Stacker

Carlisle, PA · On-site

$14.50 - $17/hr

Position: Stacker Operator Full Time Position * Perform quality work within deadlines with or ... The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and ...

... Stacking Operators for 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift to join our team at Wesanco in Smyrna TN. Schedule ... The employee is regularly required to stand, walk and/or sit and reach with hands and arms. May ...

Proven experience operating one or more machines of the following: * Straddle Carrier ... Top Handler, Reach Stacker)Large Forklift * Crane (Crawler Crane 250ton+) * Understanding of ...

Proven experience operating one or more machines of the following: * Straddle Carrier ... Top Handler, Reach Stacker)Large Forklift * Crane (Crawler Crane 250ton+) * Understanding of ...

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How much do entry level reach stacker operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level reach stacker operator in the United States is $19.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Reach Stacker Operator vs Forklift Operator?

AspectEntry Level Reach Stacker OperatorForklift Operator
CertificationsOSHA-certified, Reach Stackers licenseOSHA-certified, Forklift license
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, ports, container yardsWarehouses, manufacturing plants, distribution centers
Job DutiesHandling containers, stacking pallets at heightsLoading/unloading trucks, moving pallets

Both roles require OSHA certification and involve material handling in warehouse or port settings. The main difference is that Entry Level Reach Stacker Operators operate specialized reach stackers for containers and high stacking, while Forklift Operators typically handle pallets and goods at ground level using forklifts. The choice depends on the specific equipment and environment involved.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Reach Stacker Operator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,082 per year, or $19.8 per hour.
Port Equipment Operator

Port Equipment Operator

Tropical Shipping

Riviera Beach, FL

$17 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description


JOB SUMMARY
Pulls serviced refrigeration equipment to ready area to provide room at pre-trip lines. Stages gen-set chassis in the port and pulls decked out boxes from the port to the pre-trip lines. Keeps reefer yard open for additional arriving reefers to service. Operates reach stacker and heavy lift fork-lifts to mount and dismount containers. Moves damaged containers to shop for repair. Fuels and check fluids of the Tropical equipment. Identifies defects of Tropical equipment and reports back to supervisor. 
JOB SCOPE
No supervisory or budgetary responsibilities
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operates jockey truck, fuel truck, fork-lifts, and reach stacker as necessary to supply reefer yard with equipment.
Transports ready, needing pre-trip and damaged equipment in and out of reefer yard.
Updates computer system of incoming/outgoing equipment.
Notifies supervisor of unusual and/or excessive damages or issues/potential problems.
Performs daily maintenance check on jockey truck, fuel truck, fork-lift and reach stacker.
Maintains clear, effective communication using radio.
Fuels equipment as needed and documents usage.
Checks and maintains fluids of jockey truck, fuel truck and/or assigned equipment.
Reports discrepancies and excessive usage of fuel, coolant, or lubricants.
Maintains cleanliness and functionality of fuel truck.
Maintains cleanliness of reefer shop and surroundings.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE: Two years in trucking or shipping operations experience. Experience in operating tractor trailers and heavy machinery. One year CDL experience operating equipment and fueling equipment.
LICENSE: Valid Class A CDL with ability to obtain Tanker & HAZMAT endorsement. Must pass DOT physical. Fork-lift certification.
TRAVEL: None


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About Tropical Shipping

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From Canada to South Florida, Tropical Shipping operates state-of-the-art facilities in select seaside ports to meet to your freight-shipping needs to and from The Caribbean and The Bahamas. From booking and cargo tracking to ultimately receiving cargo, we take the worry out of shipping. If we say your shipment will arrive on a specific date, you can trust it will happen.

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Riviera Beach, FL, US

Year founded

1963

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