Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

1-15 of 45 Jobs

San Juan Capistrano, CA (14 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
8 days ago

San Juan Capistrano, CA (14 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
8 days ago

Join Our Team as a Construction Equipment Operator! Our company is seeking a skilled Construction Equipment Operator to join our team in San Juan Capistrano, CA. As a leading general contracting...

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Material Handler Forklift Operator

Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
5 hours ago

Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
5 hours ago

Overview We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our dynamic team in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in warehouse distribution and materials...

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General Labor / Sit-Down Forklift Operator

Corona, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
5 hours ago

Corona, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
5 hours ago

Job Assignment Details Address: Corona, CA Start Date: 02/27/2026 Pay Rate: $17 per hour Department: Warehouse Shift: Monday Friday, 9:30 AM 5:30 PM (Overtime may be required) Work Type: Heavy...

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Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

Randstad
Santa Fe Springs, CA (19 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
7 hours ago

Santa Fe Springs, CA (19 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
7 hours ago

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

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Loader Operator I

Ritchie Bros.
Wilmington, CA (21 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
17 hours ago

Wilmington, CA (21 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
17 hours ago

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions. Responsible for operating...

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Forklift Operator

Trinidad Benham
City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
17 hours ago

City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
17 hours ago

Forklift Operator Department: Shipping & Receiving Employment Type: Full Time Location: City of Industry, CA Compensation: $19.00 - $21.50 / hour Description There's a reason Trinidad Benham is...

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2nd Shift Forklift Operator $22.50/hr. 3pm-3am LOTS OF OT!

Pico Rivera, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

Pico Rivera, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

Send resume to: ... 3-5 years experience and certified! Corrugated experience Must be able to pick up from floor without pallets 2nd Shift Shipping/Receiving Forklift Operator $22.50/hr. available...

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Cargo Handler/Forklift Operator

Forward Air
Compton, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

Compton, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

Position: Cargo Handler Available Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 PM - 4:30 AM Compensation: $19.95 per hour Job Description: Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Randstad
Corona, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

Corona, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
1 day 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...

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Forklift Operator - Part-Time

XPO
Lake Forest, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

Lake Forest, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

What you'll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Get a feel for the role. Watch this short video to see a day-in-the-life on an XPO dock. Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of...

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Forklift Operator Swing-Turret Raymond

Corona, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

Corona, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

Logistics is hiring EXPERIENCED forklift operators ONLY Corona, CA Schedule: Monday Friday | 9:00 AM 6:00 PM IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY: If you cannot operate BOTH Swing-Reach / Turret (Raymond) AND...

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Crane Operator-Loader

Kloeckner Metals
Santa Fe Springs, CA (19 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
2 days ago

Santa Fe Springs, CA (19 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
2 days ago

Job Summary The Crane Operator/Loader is responsible for handling materials as related to the shipping and receiving of inventory and customer orders. This position reports directly to the...

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Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

Randstad
Santa Fe Springs, CA (19 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
2 days ago

Santa Fe Springs, CA (19 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
2 days ago

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

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Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

Randstad
Carson, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
2 days ago

Carson, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
2 days ago

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

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CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

ABF Freight
Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
2 days ago

Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
2 days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

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Demographic Data for Costa Mesa, CA

Moving to Costa Mesa, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Costa Mesa, CA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Costa Mesa, CA

Local

National

Total Population

112,649

Number of Businesses

5,258

City Size

Medium/Lg

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

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 Costa Mesa, CA offer the following education background

High School or GED

35.7%

Bachelor's Degree

23.7%

Vocational Degree or Certification

17.4%

Associate's Degree

14.6%

Some College

2.8%

Some High School

2.6%

Master's Degree

2.6%

Doctorate Degree

0.6%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Costa Mesa, CA

2-4 years

36.6%

Less than 1 year

26.8%

1-2 years

19.9%

4-6 years

16.3%

None

0.4%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Heavy Equipment Operator position

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