Forklift Driver Jobs in San Francisco
Temp and flexible forklift driver positions in San Francisco pay $30.60-$45.00/hr — 80% above the national average, with a cost of living 80% above the U.S. baseline.
$31-$45
Per Hour
$1512
Weekly (40hrs)
180
Cost Index
PST
Time Zone
Top Industries in San Francisco
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About Forklift Driver Jobs in San Francisco
Forklift Drivers in San Francisco earn $30.60-$45.00/hr, above the national average.
Forklift Drivers operate powered industrial trucks to move, stack, and retrieve materials in warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities.
Most forklift driver positions in San Francisco are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.
Forklift Driver Pay: San Francisco vs Nearby Cities
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Calculated for Forklift Driver in San Francisco
Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.
What You’ll Actually Earn in San Francisco
Based on avg Forklift Driver rate of $37.80/hr at 40 hrs/wk.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate forklift to move pallets and materials
- Load and unload trucks safely
- Stack and organize inventory
- Perform daily equipment safety checks
- Maintain accurate movement records
Skills & Requirements
- Valid forklift certification
- Clean safety record
- Good spatial awareness
- Previous warehouse experience preferred
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Career Path from Forklift Driver
Forklift Driver
0-2 years
Senior Forklift Operator
2-4 years
Shipping/Receiving Lead
4-6 years
Warehouse Supervisor
6+ years
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