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How much does a Forklift Driver make in California? The average Forklift Driver salary in California is $46,402 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $41,702 and $52,602. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Forklift Driver Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forklift Driver Salary $37,423 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Forklift Driver Salary $41,702 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Forklift Driver Salary $46,402 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Forklift Driver Salary $52,602 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Forklift Driver Salary $58,247 CA March 26, 2024
25% $41,702 10% $37,423 90% $58,247 75% $52,602 $46,402 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Forklift Driver is responsible for maintaining inventory and for production area cleanliness. Operates fork lifts to stack and retrieve goods, supplies and materials. Being a Forklift Driver typically requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Documents and maintains inventory records. In addition, Forklift Driver typically reports to a supervisor. Being a Forklift Driver possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Forklift Driver

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Equipment Operator-Mobile Crane

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $44,260 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $44,890 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $46,486 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $44,176 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $43,042 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $45,814 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $44,386 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $41,824 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $51,231 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $51,105 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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