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PrideStaff

Forklift Operator

Groveport, OH · On-site

$18.50 - $22/hr

Operate reach trucks, stand up, & walkie rider forklifts safely and efficiently * Load and unload products and materials accurately * Handle materials ensuring they are moved to designated locations ...

Nexus Employment

Material Handler

Aurora, IL

$19 - $20/hr

Operating an walkie rider / electric pallet jack, moving product, providing material to line, and stacking finished product and assisting with general labor * Pick customer orders and transport ...

NTG Staffing

Order Selector

Houston, TX

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

High School Diploma or GED. * 3+ years' experience in Picking and Fulfilling Orders. * 3+ years' experience in operating Walkie Rider. * 3+ years' experience in operating Reach Truck. * Familiarity ...

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How much do walkie rider jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for walkie rider in the United States is $37.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.17 and $41.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Walkie Rider job?

A Walkie Rider is a type of powered pallet jack used in warehouses and distribution centers to move heavy loads efficiently. Operators stand on a platform attached to the pallet jack, allowing them to ride while maneuvering pallets throughout the facility. This role typically involves loading and unloading shipments, staging products, and ensuring inventory is transported safely. It requires attention to detail, basic equipment operation skills, and adherence to workplace safety protocols.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Walkie Rider position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Walkie Rider, you need physical stamina, hand-eye coordination, and experience in warehouse or distribution environments, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with powered pallet jacks (commonly referred to as 'walkie riders'), basic warehouse management systems, and OSHA safety certifications is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help individuals excel in this role. These abilities ensure efficient, safe handling of inventory while maintaining smooth operations in fast-paced logistics or warehouse settings.

What does a typical shift look like for a Walkie Rider, and what kind of physical activity is involved?

A typical shift for a Walkie Rider involves consistently operating a motorized pallet jack to move pallets and goods throughout a warehouse or distribution center. The role is physically active, requiring frequent walking, standing, and sometimes lifting or positioning loads, often over the course of eight-hour shifts that can include early mornings, evenings, or weekends. Walkie Riders usually work as part of a larger logistics or warehouse team, coordinating closely with material handlers, forklift operators, and supervisors to ensure efficient workflow. Because of the fast-paced and time-sensitive nature of the work, attention to safety protocols and effective communication with team members are essential for success and safety.
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Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

PrideStaff

Groveport, OH • On-site

$18.50 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

We are seeking skilled Forklift Operators to join our team at a large warehouse facility spanning over 50,000 square feet. The ideal candidate will have experience operating various types of forklifts, including reach trucks, stand up forklifts, and walkie riders forklifts, and will be able to perform loading, unloading, and material handling tasks efficiently.


  • All Shifts available
  • $18.50-22/hr.
  • Start immediately!
  • 7 year background - no felonies


Responsibilities

  • Operate reach trucks, stand up, & walkie rider forklifts safely and efficiently
  • Load and unload products and materials accurately
  • Handle materials ensuring they are moved to designated locations promptly
  • Inspect equipment routinely to maintain operational safety and performance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1 year of forklift operation experience
  • Proficient in operating multiple types of forklifts such as reach trucks and counterbalance forklifts

Company Description

PrideStaff can offer you a wide-range of rewarding career options. Whether you prefer the freedom and variety of temporary work or the challenge of a full-time position, PrideStaff can help you find the job that best matches your skills and interests.
With offices throughout the country, PrideStaff gives you the inside track to great jobs with more than 3,000 employers.
As a PrideStaff Field Associate, you'll enjoy our generous pay and benefits package, and just as importantly, you will be treated fairly, with dignity, courtesy, and respect. Work with a Staffing Firm that works for you!
Positions are filling up quickly so apply today!
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About PrideStaff

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Accountability of local ownership along with the resources and expertise that the $200m national organization of PrideStaff backing us has. Therese is involved in all day-to-day operations. She leads a dynamic team of recruiters who together are focused on ensuring both clients and candidates have an exceptional experience. When you call the office, it is not unusual that Therese will answer the phone. Along with her team, she conducts interviews and helps with the hiring process. Additionally, PrideStaff’s 80+ other locations across the United States gives us resources not available to most other local staffing firms. It’s not what we say about ourselves that matters…it’s what has been said in our over 3,800 client testimonials that we’ve received over the years that matters.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Fresno, CA, US

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