Forklift jobs in Orlando, FL
Real pay, real shifts, and a fast way to start forklift or reach truck work in the Orlando area this week.
What the pay really means
Real pay for 140 Orlando forklift and reach truck placements ranges from $15 to $19 an hour, with most people earning around $18. The $15 rate usually goes to workers who are new to forklift work or still building certification and experience. The $19 rate goes to certified operators with solid reach truck skills and a strong safety record.
Forklift jobs in Orlando right now
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What You'll Do on the Job
As a forklift or reach truck operator in the Orlando area, you'll run sit-down, stand-up, or reach trucks to move and stage pallets. You'll load and unload trailers, handle cycle counts, and put away inventory in the warehouse. You'll follow safety rules and do equipment inspections before every shift. This work happens across distribution centers, consumer goods and packaging plants, and manufacturing sites in Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties.
Pay, Shifts, and What You Need
Pay for this role runs $15 to $19 an hour, and Lingo pays weekly no matter which employer you work for. Shifts vary by employer — first, second, and third shift jobs are all out there, so you can find hours that fit your life. A current forklift certification helps you land the higher end of the pay range, but some employers will certify the right candidate. Many roles also don't require prior experience, so this can be a solid way to get started in warehouse work.
How to Start in Orlando This Week
Check the current list of open forklift and reach truck jobs on this page — it updates daily as new openings come in around Orlando, Kissimmee, Sanford, Apopka, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Lake Mary, and St. Cloud. Apply through Lingo's online job board or walk into the Orlando branch at 1650 Sand Lake Rd, Ste 230, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. You can also call (407) 358-6598 with questions before you come in. Working with Lingo is always free, and roles come as temporary, temp-to-hire, or direct-hire depending on the employer.
What the work involves
- Operating sit-down, stand-up, or reach trucks
- Moving and staging pallets
- Loading and unloading trailers
- Cycle counts and put-away
- Following safety and inspection procedures
What it takes: A current forklift certification helps; some employers will certify the right candidate.
Straight answers
Do I need a forklift certification to apply?
A current certification helps you qualify for more jobs and better pay, but it's not always required. Some Orlando employers will certify the right candidate once you're placed.
What shifts are available for forklift jobs in Orlando?
Shifts depend on the employer, and Orlando has first, second, and third shift openings. Check the current list on this page to see what's open now.
Are these temporary or permanent jobs?
Both. Lingo places forklift and reach truck operators in temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire roles depending on the employer's needs.
Does it cost anything to work with Lingo?
No. Working with Lingo Staffing is always free for job seekers, and you get paid weekly once you start.
Ready to work?
Apply online in minutes or come by the office. Weekly pay, no fees, a local team that picks up the phone.