Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Campus, IL

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the landscaping industry operates large machinery used in the construction and maintenance of landscapes. Their duties may include grading terrain, hauling materials, digging holes for planting, and other tasks where heavy machinery is needed. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of equipment, typically including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes. They also perform routine inspections and maintenance on the machinery, ensuring it is in good working condition.

Important skills for a Heavy Equipment Operator include mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. A high school diploma is usually required, along with a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a certification in heavy equipment operations. This certification can be obtained through trade schools or community colleges. Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer or a Landscape Worker, which provide relevant experiences like operating smaller machinery, understanding of landscape designs and plans, and familiarity with the industry's safety requirements.

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Forklift Operator (Full Time) $24.01 per hour

  • Kankakee, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Kankakee, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

About Crown: CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of packaging products for consumer goods. At Crown,...

Forklift Operator Material Handler Warehouse

  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $18.50 per hour Overtime Pay: $27.75 per hour Additional Pay:...

Forklift Operator

  • Morris, IL (24 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morris, IL (24 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description The Forklift Operator is responsible for the handling process of the customer's packaged and pre-packaged product that is shipped, received, and stored at Quantix....

Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Morris, IL (24 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morris, IL (24 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Forklift Operators in Morris, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $21.75 per hour Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday...

Quincy Exact Solutions Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Pontiac, IL (20 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pontiac, IL (20 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Forklift Operator - Pontiac, IL 1000 S. Deerfield Rd. Pontiac, IL. 61764 Compensation & Schedule: $15.50 - $23.50 Full-Time | Monday- Friday | 630a-3:00p - Onsite Company Overview: Our 285,000 sq....

Quincy Exact Solutions Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • Pontiac, IL (20 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pontiac, IL (20 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Forklift Operator - Pontiac, IL 1000 S. Deerfield Rd. Pontiac, IL. 61764 Compensation & Schedule: $15.50 - $23.50 Full-Time | Monday- Friday | 300p-1130p - Onsite Company Overview: Our 285,000 sq....

Warehouse Forklift Operator First Shift

  • Morris, IL (24 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Morris, IL (24 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operators in Morris, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week Hourly Pay:$21.75 per hour Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday Hours: First...

Forklift Operator Warehouse Direct Hire

  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $18.50 per hour Overtime Pay: $27.75 per hour Additional...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $18.50 per hour Overtime Pay: $27.75 per hour Additional...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Looking for a new opportunity to grow and thrive? Staffmark has teamed up with a top-notch logistics company in Wilmington, IL, and we're looking for a Warehouse Forklift Operator to join their...

Reach Truck Forklift Operator

  • Morris, IL (24 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morris, IL (24 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Stand-Up Reach Forklift Operator EPJ Experience required 1st shift Sunday hours - 5 AM -1:30 PM Monday - Thursday - 10:30 AM - 7 PM 2nd shift: 2nd Shift 2 PM - 11 PM or until production is...

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

  • Fairbury, IL (23 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fairbury, IL (23 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Our client, a dynamic leader in the logistics industry, is seeking a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Material Handler/Forklift Operator, you will be part of the...

Forklift Operator

  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring for a Permanent, Full-Time Forklift Operator/Material Handler in Wilmington, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $18.50 hr + $4.00 hr Shift Pay = $22.50...

Forklift Operator

  • Coal City, IL (18 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Coal City, IL (18 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Forklift Operator PLZ is committed to product stewardship and innovation, strong ethical standards, sustainable operations and most importantly, the development of our people. Whether at our...

High Reach Forklift Operator - 2nd shift

  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Campus, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Shift Time - 3pm - 11:30pm Monday - Friday 2 openings in the Dry Warehouse 2 openings in the Freezer Use stand-up reach forklift to move products, equipment, and materials while following all...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Campus, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Campus, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Campus, IL
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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