Fork lift mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Fork lift mechanic gender statistics
8.4% of fork lift mechanics are women and 91.6% of fork lift mechanics are men.
- Male, 91.6%
- Female, 8.4%
Fork lift mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.6% |
| Female | 8.4% |
Fork lift mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,450
Female income
$38,795
Fork lift mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in fork lift mechanic positions over time. Currently, 8.4% of fork lift mechanics are female.
Fork lift mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 91.71% | 8.29% |
| 2011 | 91.46% | 8.54% |
| 2012 | 92.60% | 7.40% |
| 2013 | 92.79% | 7.21% |
| 2014 | 92.33% | 7.67% |
| 2015 | 93.29% | 6.71% |
| 2016 | 92.61% | 7.39% |
| 2017 | 91.48% | 8.52% |
| 2018 | 91.35% | 8.65% |
| 2019 | 92.17% | 7.83% |
| 2020 | 91.19% | 8.81% |
| 2021 | 91.59% | 8.41% |
Fork lift mechanic related jobs gender ratio
We compared fork lift mechanics with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dredge operator and tower crane operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Wrapper | 12% | 88% |
| Gift Packer | 18% | 82% |
| Pill Packer | 19% | 81% |
| Fork Lift Mechanic | 92% | 8% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Fork lift mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among fork lift mechanics is White, which makes up 60.8% of all fork lift mechanics. Comparatively, 16.5% of fork lift mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 15.0% of fork lift mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 60.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.5%
- Black or African American, 15.0%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- Asian, 2.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Fork lift mechanic race
| Fork lift mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.5% |
| Black or African American | 15.0% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| Asian | 2.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Fork lift mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how fork lift mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Fork lift mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.52% | 15.23% | 2.40% | 14.30% |
| 2011 | 64.25% | 15.19% | 2.36% | 15.78% |
| 2012 | 64.91% | 14.92% | 2.29% | 15.32% |
| 2013 | 64.53% | 14.62% | 2.47% | 15.68% |
| 2014 | 64.45% | 14.46% | 2.73% | 15.51% |
| 2015 | 65.91% | 13.18% | 2.36% | 15.94% |
| 2016 | 63.36% | 16.02% | 2.25% | 15.75% |
| 2017 | 64.90% | 13.98% | 2.44% | 16.01% |
| 2018 | 63.41% | 14.66% | 2.88% | 16.11% |
| 2019 | 66.34% | 13.29% | 2.52% | 14.88% |
| 2020 | 61.13% | 15.31% | 2.78% | 15.31% |
| 2021 | 60.77% | 15.01% | 2.50% | 16.50% |
Fork lift mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, asian fork lift mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american fork lift mechanics have the lowest average salary at $38,039.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,541 |
| White | $39,496 |
| Black or African American | $38,039 |
| Asian | $40,960 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,270 |
Average fork lift mechanic age
See how the average age of fork lift mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Fork lift mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 37 |
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| Asian | 42.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 42 |
| White | 45 | 49.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Fork lift mechanic age breakdown
The average age of fork lift mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the fork lift mechanic population.
Fork lift mechanic age breakdown
| Fork Lift Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Fork lift mechanic educational attainment
The most common degree for fork lift mechanics is high school diploma, with 51% of fork lift mechanics earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 20% and diploma degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 51%
- Diploma, 20%
- Associate, 13%
- Bachelor's, 9%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Fork lift mechanics by degree level
| Fork lift mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 51% |
| Diploma | 20% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Bachelor's | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Fork lift mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, fork lift mechanics with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $40,891 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, fork lift mechanics earn a median annual income of $39,595 compared to $39,477 for fork lift mechanics with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,595 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $39,477 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $40,891 |
Fork lift mechanic employment statistics
Most fork lift mechanics work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where fork lift mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where fork lift mechanics work.
Fork lift mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 27% |
Fork lift mechanic jobs by company type
Employees with the fork lift mechanic job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most fork lift mechanics prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Fork lift mechanic jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 0% |
| Public | 24% |
| Private | 74% |
| Government | 1% |
Fork lift mechanic jobs by industry
The most common industries for fork lift mechanics are manufacturing, retail and professional.
Fork lift mechanic industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 21% |
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Retail | 11% |
| Transportation | 9% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Hospitality | 8% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Fork lift mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Fork lift mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for fork lift mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Fork lift mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Fork lift mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.04% |
| 2011 | 14.60% |
| 2012 | 12.67% |
| 2013 | 10.05% |
| 2014 | 9.10% |
| 2015 | 6.72% |
| 2016 | 6.89% |
| 2017 | 5.99% |
| 2018 | 5.33% |
| 2019 | 4.81% |
| 2020 | 7.22% |
| 2021 | 6.71% |
Average fork lift mechanic tenure
The average fork lift mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 856 fork lift mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Fork lift mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 30% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Fork lift mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of fork lift mechanics that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel Crane Operator | 1.94% | 49,179 |
| Fork Lift Mechanic | 3.85% | - |
| Automated Residential Collection Operator | 4.13% | 34,502 |
| Shaker Washer | 4.59% | 34,384 |
| Cap Sewer | 4.67% | 137 |
| Hand Packer/Packager | 6.68% | 21,621 |
| Compound Filler | 10.43% | 8,741 |
Similar fork lift mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel Crane Operator | 1.94% | 49,179 |
| Automated Residential Collection Operator | 4.13% | 34,502 |
| Shaker Washer | 4.59% | 34,384 |
| Cap Sewer | 4.67% | 137 |
| Hand Packer/Packager | 6.68% | 21,621 |
| Compound Filler | 10.43% | 8,741 |
Foreign languages spoken by fork lift mechanics
The most common foreign language among fork lift mechanics is Spanish at 57.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Braille at 14.3% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 57.1%
- Braille, 14.3%
- Mandarin, 14.3%
- Chinese, 14.3%
Fork lift mechanic languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 57.1% |
| Braille | 14.3% |
| Mandarin | 14.3% |
| Chinese | 14.3% |
