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Savard Group

Excavator Operators

TX · On-site

$28 - $33/hr

Excavator Operators $1,815+ WEEKLY Join SAVARD Personnel Group - where your skills are valued! Are ... Operate material handlers, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, and heavy forklifts. * Move ...

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How much do forklifts operators jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for forklifts operators in the United States is $17.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Forklifts Operators vs Material Handlers?

AspectForklifts OperatorsMaterial Handlers
CredentialsForklift certification, OSHA complianceBasic safety training, OSHA compliance
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, construction sites, manufacturing plantsWarehouses, distribution centers, shipping yards
Job DutiesOperate forklifts to move goods, load/unload trucksHandle, sort, and move materials manually or with equipment

Forklifts Operators primarily focus on operating forklifts to move and position goods, requiring specific certification. Material Handlers perform broader material movement tasks, often involving manual labor. Both roles are essential in warehouse and industrial settings, but Forklifts Operators typically require specialized training and certification for equipment operation.

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Infographic showing various Forklifts Operators job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,097 per year, or $17.8 per hour.

Forklift & Material Equipment Operators

Gordon Aluminum Industries, Inc

Schofield, WI • On-site

$21 - $24/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Build Your Future in Manufacturing
At Gordon Aluminum, we don't just offer jobs-we build careers. Whether you have years of manufacturing experience or you're looking for a new opportunity to grow, we provide paid training, advancement opportunities, competitive wages, and a team-focused culture built on our GRIT values:
Growth • Reliability • Initiative • Teamwork
Put Your Equipment Experience to Work
If you've operated forklifts or other powered industrial equipment, your experience could be a great fit at Gordon Aluminum.
Experience with:
  • Sit-down Forklifts
  • Stand-up Forklifts
  • Clamp Trucks
  • Reach Trucks
  • Order Pickers
  • Powered Industrial Equipment
  • Overhead Cranes (preferred)
Transferable positions:
  • Forklift Operator
  • Warehouse Equipment Operator
  • Shipping Associate
  • Yard Driver
  • Logistics Operator
  • Distribution Associate
You'll:
  • Move aluminum throughout the plant
  • Supply production departments
  • Load outbound trucks
  • Maintain safe warehouse traffic
  • Perform equipment inspections

Possible Gordon Positions
  • Motor Operator
  • Material Handler
  • Truck Loader
  • Die Runner

Requirements
We'd love to talk if you:
? Like physical work
? Enjoy working with a team
? Have warehouse or manufacturing experience
? Want a stable career
? Ability to learn new skills
? Demonstrates ability to follow processes and policies
? Motivated show up on time
? Strategic thinking and ability to multitask
Possible Gordon Positions
  • Motor Operator
  • Material Handler
  • Truck Loader
  • Die Runner
  • Fast Crane Operator

Salary Description
$21 - $24

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