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TCF

Forklift Operator

Kennewick, WA · On-site

$18.56 - $23.20/hr

Description Forklift Operator About Twin City Foods, Inc Twin City Foods is a leading Frozen ... government poster: "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal." If you are an ...

Olin

Forklift Operator

Independence, MO · On-site

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

Forklift Operator Location: Independence, MO Salary: $20.00-$25.00 Schedule: 5x8's, Monday-Friday ... To meet the government-facility requirements, the candidate must be a US citizen. Strong Careers ...

Olin Corporation

Forklift Operator

Independence, MO · On-site

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

Forklift Operator Location: Independence, MO Salary: $20.00-$25.00 Schedule: 5x8's, Monday-Friday ... To meet the government-facility requirements, the candidate must be a US citizen. Strong Careers ...

ASR International

Forklift Operator

Richmond, CA · On-site

$19.50 - $23/hr

Loading and unloading trucks (government owned trucks) * Operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE), such as forklifts, narrow-aisle turret-forklift, order picker forklift, electric pallet lift ...

ASR International

Forklift Operator

Richmond, CA

$19.50 - $23/hr

Loading and unloading trucks (government owned trucks) * Operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE), such as forklifts, narrow-aisle turret-forklift, order picker forklift, electric pallet lift ...

Syndicus, Inc.

Forklift Operator

Waco, NE

$17.80/hr

Forklift Operator Waco, NE 7 month contract - opportunity for extensions up to $17.80/hr. Operate ... and government agencies. We pride ourselves on personal service, local market knowledge and ...

Mancan

Forklift Operator

Mount Vernon, OH · On-site

$18/hr

Mancan is working with a company in Mt Vernon seeking a forklift operator. This is a temp to hire ... Please bring 2 forms of government ID and resume. Mancan Temporary Employment Staffing Agency is ...

Mancan

Forklift Operator

Newark, OH

$18/hr

Mancan is working with a company in Mt Vernon seeking a forklift operator. This is a temp to hire ... Please bring 2 forms of government ID and resume. Mancan Temporary Employment Staffing Agency is ...

Mancan

Forklift Operator

Mansfield, OH

$18/hr

Mancan is working with a company in Mt Vernon seeking a forklift operator. This is a temp to hire ... Please bring 2 forms of government ID and resume. Mancan Temporary Employment Staffing Agency is ...

Textron

Forklift Operator

Augusta, GA · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

Forklift Operator Description Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of ... Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet ...

Kelly Services

Forklift Operator

Fenton, MO

$17/hr

Operating a sit-down forklift as required. * Controlling product quality by communicating any ... Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 ...

Kelly Services

Forklift Operator

Louisville, KY

$20.35 - $22.85/hr

Forklift Operator Temp to Hire positions open in Louisville, KY 40216 for Forklift Operators at DHL ... Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 ...

Hilldrup

Forklift Operator

Dacula, GA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.50/hr

Forklift Operator Company at a Glance Hilldrup Logistics is one of Atlanta, GA. leading logistics ... government agencies, universities and hospitals. Among the over 500 employees at Hilldrup, it is ...

The Hilldrup Companies

Forklift Operator

Dacula, GA · On-site

Forklift Operator Company at a Glance Hilldrup Logistics is one of Atlanta, GA. leading logistics ... government agencies, universities and hospitals. Among the over 500 employees at Hilldrup, it is ...

The Hilldrup Companies

Forklift Operator

Dacula, GA · On-site

Forklift Operator Company at a Glance Hilldrup Logistics is one of Atlanta, GA. leading logistics ... government agencies, universities and hospitals. Among the over 500 employees at Hilldrup, it is ...

Dorman Inc

Forklift Operator

Louisiana, MO · On-site

$15 - $17.75/hr

Forklift Operator Apply now » Apply now * Apply Now * Start applying with LinkedIn Start * Please ... Follow established safety protocols, company policies, and government regulations to maintain a ...

Aerotek

Forklift Operator

Warrendale, PA

$20/hr

Forklift Operator Pay: $20/hr weekly pay Shift: 7am-4pm Mon-Fri Join our dynamic team as a Forklift ... The company has received substantial government funding and is expanding rapidly, providing an ...

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Kuehne+Nagel

Forklift Operator

Byhalia, MS · On-site

$19/hr

Forklift Operator It's more than a job As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you ... government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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How much do government forklift operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for government forklift operator 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a government forklift operator?

A Government Forklift Operator must have strong equipment operation skills, a high school diploma or equivalent, and typically a valid forklift certification. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), safety procedures, and government inventory platforms is often required. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication help operators excel in team-based and safety-focused environments. These skills are essential for maintaining efficient operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and upholding workplace safety standards.

What are the typical working conditions and team structure for government forklift operators?

Government forklift operators often work in secure warehouses, distribution centers, or supply depots that handle government property and materials. You’ll usually be part of a logistics or facilities management team, collaborating closely with warehouse managers, inventory specialists, and other equipment operators. The work environment emphasizes safety, adherence to government protocols, and timely inventory movement, with shifts that may include early mornings, evenings, or weekends depending on the agency’s operational needs. This team-oriented structure supports smooth workflow and ensures compliance with strict accountability standards.

Where can I get a job as a government forklift operator?

Government forklift operators are typically employed by federal, state, or local government agencies, such as transportation departments, military facilities, or public works departments. Job opportunities are often posted on government job boards, agency websites, or through civil service exams, and require relevant certifications like OSHA forklift operator certification. Applicants should have experience operating forklifts in industrial or warehouse environments and meet any specific security or background check requirements.

What is a government forklift operator?

A Government Forklift Operator is responsible for operating forklifts and other material-handling equipment in a government facility, such as a warehouse, military base, or public works department. They move, load, and unload materials while following safety regulations and operational procedures. This role may also involve inventory management, equipment maintenance, and adherence to government policies. Forklift operators in government settings must often complete certification and training requirements.

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Infographic showing various Government Forklift Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,097 per year, or $17.8 per hour.

Forklift Operator

TCF

Kennewick, WA • On-site

$18.56 - $23.20/hr

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Job description

Description
Forklift Operator
About Twin City Foods, Inc
Twin City Foods is a leading Frozen Vegetable Producer committed to delivering high-quality, nutritious, and sustainably sourced frozen vegetables to consumers worldwide. With a focus on innovation, quality assurance, and environmental responsibility, we have established ourselves as a key player in the frozen food industry. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Forklift Operator.
What We're Looking For:
We are currently hiring a full-time Forklift Operator. As a Forklift Operator your main purpose would be to operate a forklift to move product from one location to another in racks and in free standing stacks. Other duties include loading and unloading trucks and railcars. As a forklift operator you may drive in wet, dry or icy surfaces.
Knowledge, Skill and Experience Required:
  • Experience driving a forklift.
  • Good communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret data with great attention to detail.
  • Basic mechanical skills.

Required Education:
Forklift experience or qualified to operate forklift machinery. Must be able to pass Twin City Foods forklift training program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Moves levers and presses pedals to drive forklift and control movement of lifting apparatus.
  • Positions forks under, over, or around loaded pallets or boxes and transports load to designated area.
  • Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lifting device.
  • Stack cases (up to 50lbs.) for containers and rail carts.
  • Inventories materials on work floor, and supply workers with materials as needed.
  • Loads or unloads materials onto or off of pallets, skids, or lifting device.
  • Lubricates forklift, recharges batteries, fills fuel tank or replaces liquefied gas tank.
  • General housekeeping of product and pallets off and on forklift.
  • General cleaning duties such as sweeping freezers.
  • Able to pull chain to open dock plate to be loaded, lift pallets and stack and remove slip sheets off pallets (40-50 times per load).
  • Other duties as assigned.

Essential Physical Abilities:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close Vision, Distance Vision, Peripheral Vision, Depth perception and ability to adjust focus while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance.
Personal Competencies Required:
  • Ability to communicate in English with supervisors and co-workers.
  • Ability to follow basic instructions.
  • Work as a team with other employees and work well with minimum supervision.

*Selected employee will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and E-Verify*
Benefits of a Forklift Operator
  • Competitive Wages, Range $18.56-23.20 per hour
  • Non-Exempt Position, Eligible for Overtime
  • Excellent Benefit Package
    • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
    • Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance.
    • Paid Holidays
    • 401K Retirement Plan.

Work Location: Kennewick Warehouse
Twin City Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal."
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 509-546-0850 or email at recruitment@tcfi.com.

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