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Telehandler Driver Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Millwright Foreman

Walker, MI

$24.25 - $31.75/hr

Valid driver's license Preferred Requirements: * Chauffeur or CDL-A license & DOT Med card ... Telehandler (Preferred) * Overhead crane certified & qualified (NCCER/NCCCO) * Mobile crane ...

Millwright Foreman

Walker, MI · On-site

$24.25 - $31.75/hr

Valid driver's license Preferred Requirements: * Chauffeur or CDL-A license & DOT Med card ... Telehandler (Preferred) * Overhead crane certified & qualified (NCCER/NCCCO) * Mobile crane ...

Millwright Foreman

Walker, MI

$24.25 - $31.75/hr

Valid driver's license Preferred Requirements: * Chauffeur or CDL-A license & DOT Med card ... Telehandler (Preferred) * Overhead crane certified & qualified (NCCER/NCCCO) * Mobile crane ...

Stick (Arc) welding * CDL-A License/ DOT Med card Equipment/tool experience: * Aerial - Lift ... Telehandler * Overhead crane certified & qualified (NCCER/NCCCO) * Mobile crane certified ...

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How much do telehandler driver jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for telehandler driver in Michigan is $18.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.36 and $17.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Telehandler Driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Telehandler Driver, you need a valid telehandler or forklift license, strong spatial awareness, and a good understanding of safety regulations. Familiarity with telehandler controls, load charts, and site-specific safety systems is crucial, as is experience with common construction equipment. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and reliability are vital soft skills for coordinating with site teams and ensuring safe operations. These skills and qualifications are essential for preventing accidents, maximizing efficiency, and maintaining a safe work environment.

What are some common challenges Telehandler Drivers face on construction sites, and how can they be managed?

Telehandler Drivers often encounter challenges such as maneuvering large machinery in tight or congested areas, working in varying weather conditions, and ensuring loads are lifted safely and efficiently. Effective communication with site supervisors and ground personnel is crucial to prevent accidents and ensure smooth operations. Regular equipment checks and adherence to safety protocols help mitigate risks, while ongoing training can improve both skill and confidence in handling complex site demands.

What are Telehandler Drivers?

Telehandler Drivers are skilled operators responsible for driving and maneuvering telescopic handlers, also known as telehandlers, on construction sites, warehouses, and agricultural settings. Their main duties include lifting, moving, and placing heavy materials at various heights and distances using the extendable boom of the telehandler. They must follow safety protocols, perform daily equipment checks, and sometimes assist with other site tasks. Telehandler Drivers play a crucial role in ensuring efficient material handling and site productivity.

What is the difference between Telehandler Driver vs Forklift Operator?

AspectTelehandler DriverForklift Operator
CertificationsTelehandler certification, OSHA complianceForklift certification, OSHA compliance
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, outdoor, rough terrainWarehouses, indoor, flat surfaces
Job TasksMoving heavy loads vertically and horizontally, lifting at heightsLoading/unloading, stacking, transporting materials
Industry UsageConstruction, industrial sitesWarehousing, manufacturing

While both roles involve operating lifting equipment, a Telehandler Driver typically works outdoors on construction sites, handling heavy loads at heights, whereas a Forklift Operator mainly works indoors in warehouses, focusing on stacking and transporting goods. Certifications for both are similar, but the work environments and tasks differ significantly.

Millwright Foreman

$24.25 - $31.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

 We are proud to offer our employees: 

  • Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs
  • Paid Holidays Upon Hire
  • Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA with Employer Contribution
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
  • Safety Bonus Program
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • Work Travel Incentive
  • Holiday Bonus
  • Company provided tools
  • And so much more!

Responsibilities: 

  • Supervise and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in dismantling, moving, assembling, and installing industrial machinery to ensure work is performed safely, correctly, and timely
  • Oversee and lead a team of millwrights in the installation of machinery, conveyor systems, pulleys, mechanical clutches, gear boxes, hydraulic and pneumatic control systems.
  • Ensure that all initial safety and hazard assessments (JHA's, pre-task plans and equipment inspections) required by the company and our customers are completed before work begins
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and detailed drawings
  • Perform precise alignment and leveling of machine components
  • Train and develop apprentices and journeyman
  • Keep the job site clean and well-organized
  • Ensure attention to detail and follow safety standards
  • Communicate effectively with project team members if there’s a scope of work change or safety concerns to execute the project
  • Ability to read, interpret and follow procedures including monitoring and reporting daily work progress through written summaries and job site pictures 

Requirements: 

  • Basic math and geometry
  • Rigger 2 certified and qualified
  • Shaft alignment
  • Stick (Arc) welding
  • Forming & grouting machine bases
  • Ability to work effectively with all personality types
  • Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
  • Self-directed and can work independently
  • Valid driver’s license

Preferred Requirements: 

  • Chauffeur or CDL-A license & DOT Med card

Equipment/tool experience: 

  • Aerial – Lift Operation – Boom Lift
  • Aerial – Lift Operation – Scissor Lift
  • Forklift Operation – Material handling up to 140,000#
  • Telehandler (Preferred)
  • Overhead crane certified & qualified (NCCER/NCCCO)
  • Mobile crane certified & qualified (NCCER/NCCCO)
  • Lock – Out Tag – Out
  • Gantry (Preferred)
  • Transit
  • Theodolite
  • Shaft alignment equipment
  • Robotic total Station (Preferred)
  • Precision measuring equipment (ID/OD micrometers, calipers, dial indicators)
  • Precision laser alignment equipment (Preferred)
  • Trailer loading and securing of material

Rigging Requirements:  

  • Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height. 
  • Work in permit & non-permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment Utilize and understand the constraints of chains, synthetic, metal mesh, and wire rope slings.  
  • Use & recognize rigging hardware including hooks, shackles, wire rope clips, clamps, eye bolts, softeners and tag lines     
  • Identifies common load configurations & positioning 
  • Rigger 2 training – trains on above 

Lift Director Requirements – ALL PREFERRED: 

  • Identify the various roles and responsibilities associated with directing a lift, planning a lift, and executing a lift. 
  • Discuss proper LHE operating practices as they related to standard and critical load handling activities. 
  • Explain the requirements for signaling and communication during load handling activities. 
  • Review applicable manufacturer requirements, site requirements, Federal regulations, and applicable standards for rigging equipment. 
  • Discuss the procedures for procuring material handling equipment. 
  • Distinguish proper vs. improper crane and rigging practices. 
  • Select appropriate rigging gear based upon capacity, compatibility, compliance, and load control. 
  • Discuss items to be considered before, during, and after a load handling activity.  

Physical Requirements: 

  • Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height. 
  • Work in permit & non-permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment. 
  • Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
  • Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards
  • Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
  • Must be able to work in cold/hot environments.
  • Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and nothing herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.