Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Illinois

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Intermodal Equipment Operator

  • ConGlobal
  • Joliet, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 8 days ago

Launch Your Career with ConGlobal ConGlobal is hiring immediately for a key role in our global supply chain operations. Whether youre looking to grow your career or gain new skills, this role...

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Heavy Equipment Operator - Manchester, NH

  • Skillit
  • Effingham, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Effingham, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Full Job Description: We're seeking skilled Heavy Equipment Operators for a long-term civil tunnel project in New England area. We prioritize your safety and value your expertise....

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Equipment Operator (Loaders and Skids)

  • Yellowstone Landscape
  • Lynwood, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lynwood, IL
  • 6 hours ago

We are seeking skilled drivers and heavy equipment operators that have experience with the following vehicles / equipment: Front end loaders Bobcats Fuel truck This physically demanding, outdoor position...

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Forklift Operator

  • XPO
  • IL
  • 1 day ago
  • IL
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator - Full Time XPO - Marshfield, IL Apply Now Posted on 12/22/25 (Ref: ILCuCXsQeW-384435-en_US) What you'll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Get a feel for the role....

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Forklift Operator - Build a Shoebox Online (BASBO) $20/hr January 19 - Mid-February

  • Samaritan's Purse
  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator - Build a Shoebox Online (BASBO) | $20/hr | January 19 - Mid-February Location: Aurora, IL, United States Job ID: 16836 Date Posted: Dec 23, 2025 Job Description Get Involved!...

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Forklift Operator

  • NFI Industries
  • University Park, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • University Park, IL
  • 1 day ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

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Forklift Operator I

  • Quantix
  • Morris, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Morris, IL
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description The Forklift Operator will ensure the safe and efficient operation of sit-down forklift equipment to move, load, and unload shipments of various sizes while...

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Airport Cargo Forklift Operator

  • Staff Management | SMX
  • Bensenville, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Bensenville, IL
  • 2 days ago

Staff Management | SMX Airport Cargo Forklift Operator Description We are seeking reliable and experienced Airport Cargo Forklift Operators to join our team! This position involves operating a...

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Forklift Operator (HP#336132)

  • Barton Staffing Solutionshttps://www.bartonstaffing.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/bartonstaffing-200x200-1.pnghttp://www.bartonstaffing.comhttp://www.bartonstaffing.com
  • Roselle, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Roselle, IL
  • 2 days ago

Material HandlerRoselle warehouse for a material handler/parts picker.Standup and sit-down forklift experience is a big plus, but not necessaryUsing a pallet jack to move product into the...

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Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Illinois Tool Works
  • Litchfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Litchfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Company Overview Alpine, an ITW company, is a leading provider of building component software, equipment, and the industry's best service to component manufacturers. Partnering...

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Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Ryder System Inc.
  • Northlake, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Northlake, IL
  • 2 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Forklift Operators in Northlake, Texas Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $20.00 per hour...

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Forklift Operator

  • DHL
  • Aurora, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 3 days ago

Monday-Thursday 3:15pm-1:15am Role Purpose : What will you do in this role? Our Forklift Operators are responsible for moving stock from one area to another within our warehouse environment. Youll...

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Forklift Operator

  • Americold
  • Crest Hill, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Crest Hill, IL
  • 3 days ago

Primary Responsibility: Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not...

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Forklift Operator

  • FedEx
  • New Lenox, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • New Lenox, IL
  • 3 days ago

Shift Monday - Thursday - 2nd Shift (Afternoon/Evening) Forklift Operator I New Lenox, IL The Forklift Operator I is primarily responsible for safely operating basic powered material handling...

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Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 3 days ago

Encadria is currently seeking a Forklift Operator to support our client Molex in their warehouse facility. This is a Monday to Friday 1:30PM-10PM shift starting at $21.50 an hour! In this role you...

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Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.5%
Bachelor's Degree
23.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.1%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.7%
Some High School
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Illinois
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%


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