Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Minooka, 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 - Batavia, NY

  • Batavia, IL (24 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Batavia, IL (24 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Your Job Our Georgia-Pacific Batavia, NY facility is looking for Forklift Operator to become members of a close-knit team dedicated to supporting our machine operators in the production and...

Forklift Operator

  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 1 hour 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...

Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Romeoville, IL (14 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (14 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

ProLogistix is currently hiring Reach truck Forklift operators around the Bolingbrook/Romeoville area Temp to Hire - Multiple Shifts available!! All 3 shift available Must have at least 2 years of...

Reach Truck Forklift Operator

  • Morris, IL (10 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Morris, IL (10 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 13 hours 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Naperville, IL (21 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (21 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Now Hiring Stand Up Reach Forklift Operators in the Naperville/Aurora Area: 1st Shift: 7am-3:30pm (Monday-Friday) $18 2nd shift: 4pm-12:30am (Monday-Friday) $19.50 Job Duties: Staging Case...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Romeoville, IL (14 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (14 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a stand up forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Forklift Operator

  • Plainfield, IL (6 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainfield, IL (6 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift operator in Plainfield, IL Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $20.50 per hour Overtime Pay $30.75 per hour Schedule: First Shift;...

2nd Shift Stand-Up Forklift Operator

  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 4 days ago

2nd Shift Stand-Up Forklift Operator Description Our team in Joliet, IL is immediately hiring 2nd Shift Forklift Operators! Shift hours are Monday - Friday 2:30 PM - 11 PM. This role is an...

Forklift Operator 1st and 2nd shift weekdays

  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 5 days ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like...

Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Morris, IL (10 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Morris, IL (10 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 5 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...

Stand up Forklift Operator

  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Complete Daily Forklift Maintenance / Pre-shift Inspection sheet. Load and unload trucks. Move product onto pallet in correct position. Scans product and...

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Afternoon Shift

  • Aurora, IL (21 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (21 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Afternoon Shift Requisition Id: 381226 Business Unit: LTL Location: Aurora, IL, US, 60503 **What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO** Minimum...

Overnight Reach Forklift Operator - 2nd shift

  • Montgomery, IL (16 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL (16 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 6 days ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Forklift Operator

  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Joliet, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $21.00 per hour Additional Pay $1.00 per hour...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Minooka, IL

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

Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Minooka, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

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