Entry Level Forklift Operator
Typical entry level band in HoustonIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Updated 2026-07-05 · BLS OEWS May 2025
Forklift Operator jobs in Houston, TX
20,910 forklift operators employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $22.11/hour ($45,990/year) median · roughly in line with the national median.
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- Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2025.
The median forklift operator salary in Houston, TX is $22.11/hour ($45,990/year), with a typical range of $37,570 to $49,690 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median salary | $22.11/hour ($45,990/year) | BLS |
Forklift Operator pay in Houston, TX
The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Houston metro. Half of Forklift Operators earn inside that band.
25th$37,570
Median$45,990
75th$49,690
vs USroughly in line with the national median
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area (SOC 53-7051, Forklift Operator). Full Forklift Operator salary guide →
What is a Forklift Operator salary in Houston?
The median forklift operator salary in Houston, TX is $22.11/hour ($45,990/year), with a typical range of $37,570 to $49,690 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 20,910 forklift operators employed in the Houston metro area.
Forklift Operator pay bands in Houston by seniority
The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.
Mid Level Forklift Operator
Typical mid level band in HoustonIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Lead Forklift Operator
Typical lead band in HoustonIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Staff Forklift Operator
Typical staff band in HoustonIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Lead Forklift Operator
Typical lead band in HoustonIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Forklift Operator Career Ladder — Houston Metro
Expected pay at each step, scaled to Houston’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.
- Entry Forklift Operator0–2 yrs$33,112
- Mid Forklift Operator2–5 yrs$43,690
- Senior Forklift Operator5–8 yrs$55,188
- Staff Forklift Operator8–12 yrs$66,685
- Lead Forklift Operator12+ yrs$78,183
Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 53-7051, Forklift Operator).
Employers in the Forklift Operator hiring market in Houston
- Walmart
- Costco
- Amazon
- Target
- Home Depot
Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.
How employers in Houston post Forklift Operator jobs
Employers in the Houston metro typically post Forklift Operator roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:
Forklift Operator in Houston, TX — Common Questions
- How much does a Forklift Operator earn in Houston, TX?
- Median $22.11/hour ($45,990/year). 25th–75th percentile runs $37,570–$49,690. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
- How many Forklift Operator jobs are there in Houston?
- BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 20,910 Forklift Operator roles employed in the Houston metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
- Which ATS platforms do Houston employers use for Forklift Operator?
- Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
- Does Jobeezy apply to Forklift Operator jobs for me?
- Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Forklift Operator openings in Houston and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.
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