Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Spring Grove, 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 - 3rd Shift - 10:30pm to 7:00am - Casa Grande, AZ

  • Lake Bluff, IL (21 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Bluff, IL (21 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift - 10:30pm to 7:00am - Casa Grande, AZ Abbott Casa Grande, AZ 85193 Posted 14 days Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages...

Forklift Operator $22/hr.

  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products - we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams,...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Sturtevant, WI (22 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (22 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator inSturtevant, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Additional Pay:...

Forklift Operator

  • Huntley, IL (22 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Huntley, IL (22 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as loading...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (23 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (23 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Forklift Operator

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (17 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (17 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator Pay from $25 to $32 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Kenosha Branch 12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI 53144 Go-getters wanted! Looking to join a top-tier team?...

Warehouse Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (17 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (17 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour...

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Overview At Eagle Foods we are builders. We are builders of brands, categories, and people. Eagle Foods enjoys a rich heritage with brands that have proven category leadership for more than 150...

Loader Operator

  • Mundelein, IL (15 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mundelein, IL (15 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Masonry, MoistureShield(R) composite decking, RDI(R) railing, Catalyst Fence Solutions, Sakrete(R) packaged concrete, Amerimix(R) mortar, Pebble Technology International(R) pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches...

Forklift Operator

  • Vernon Hills, IL (19 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (19 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Client in Vernon Hills is looking for Reach Truck/ Cherry Picker forklift Drivers Current Openings ( pay is based off Experience) Forklift Operator Shift: 1st shift | 5 AM - 1:30pm | MonFri |...

Forklift Operator Warehouse Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (17 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (17 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Overtime Pay $28.87 per hour Additional...

Forklift Operator, II

  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Remote Work: No Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic...

Forklift Operator

  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Aerotek is hiring immediately for 1st and 2nd shift material handlers. These are forklift positions in a production environment. Job Responsibilities Securely package materials, items, and parts...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Sturtevant, WI (22 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (22 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator inSturtevant, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Additional Pay:...

Forklift Operator Hiring Immediately!

  • Sturtevant, WI (22 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (22 miles from Spring Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator in Sturtevant, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Additional Pay: $1.00 shift premium...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Spring Grove, 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 Spring Grove, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
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 Spring Grove, 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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