Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Thornton, CO

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Mid Day -Stand up reach Forklift Operator

Performance Food Group
Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
11 hours ago

Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
11 hours ago

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday, Sunday (12pm-8:30pm), Monday -Thursday(9am-5:30pm) Off Friday and Saturday We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness...

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Forklift Operator (Nights)

Pepsi Beverages Company
Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
1 day ago

Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
1 day ago

$27.40 / hour Rotating Night Shift: 6:00 pm-6:00 am Unloads transport trucks delivering finished products to the warehouse and stores it in its designated warehouse space. Loads empty pallets and...

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Yard Associate (Forklift Operator) - Denver, CO

84 Lumber Company
Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
2 days ago

Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
2 days ago

Overview Do you enjoy working with your hands, and breaking the boundaries of the traditional office job? Are you interested in a career with a family-owned company that is founded on growth,...

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Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

DHL eCommerce
Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
2 days ago

Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
2 days ago

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift at DHL eCommerce Forklift Operator - 1st Shift at DHL eCommerce in Denver, Colorado Posted in about 19 hours ago. Job Description: DHL eCommerce Equal Opportunity...

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Yard Forklift Operator

Cornerstone Building Brands
Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
4 days ago

Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
4 days ago

Company Description Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in...

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Forklift Operator

McLane
Longmont, CO (24 miles from Thornton, CO)
6 days ago

Longmont, CO (24 miles from Thornton, CO)
6 days ago

Start a fulfilling career as a Forklift Operator! We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+...

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Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

Randstad
Aurora, CO (9 miles from Thornton, CO)
6 days ago

Aurora, CO (9 miles from Thornton, CO)
6 days ago

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

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[SEASONAL] - Equipment Operator

National Western Stock Show
Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
6 days ago

Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
6 days ago

Join our team to help support the annual National Western Stock Show this January, January 11th-January 26, 2025! PLEASE NOTE: This is a seasonal position for the month of January 2025....

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Forklift Operator

Americold
Brighton, CO (14 miles from Thornton, CO)
7 days ago

Brighton, CO (14 miles from Thornton, CO)
7 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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Heavy Equipment Operator

Harold's Excavating
Frederick, CO (24 miles from Thornton, CO)
7 days ago

Frederick, CO (24 miles from Thornton, CO)
7 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator (Fort lupton) Harold's Excavating compensation: $18 - $28 based on experience employment type: job title: Heavy Equipment Operator Harold's Excavating Services Fort Lupton,...

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Forklift Operator

ProLogistix
Aurora, CO (9 miles from Thornton, CO)
7 days ago

Aurora, CO (9 miles from Thornton, CO)
7 days ago

Now Hiring Forklift Operator in Aurora, CO! Full time?opportunity Shifts: 1st :??6:00am - 3:00pm or 9am to 6pm based on company needs so the hours will be set by site supervisor Pay $24.00 an hour...

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Equipment Operator I - Wastewater Construction

City of Denver
Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
8 days ago

Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
8 days ago

About Our Job With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose for you, and those who benefit...

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Equipment Operator I - Street Maintenance

City of Denver
Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
9 days ago

Denver, CO (12 miles from Thornton, CO)
9 days ago

About Our Job With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose for you, and those who benefit...

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Forklift Operator

1-800-PACK-RAT, LLC
Aurora, CO (9 miles from Thornton, CO)
13 days ago

Aurora, CO (9 miles from Thornton, CO)
13 days ago

Forklift Operators should be skilled with excellent attention to detail. As a forklift Operator, you are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for...

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Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Penske Truck Leasing
Aurora, CO (9 miles from Thornton, CO)
15 days ago

Aurora, CO (9 miles from Thornton, CO)
15 days ago

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing...

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Demographic Data for Thornton, CO

Moving to Thornton, CO? Find some basic demographic data about Thornton, CO below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Thornton, CO

Local

National

Total Population

5,773,997

Number of Businesses

178,799

Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Thornton, CO

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 Thornton, CO offer the following education background

High School or GED

35.5%

Bachelor's Degree

23.8%

Vocational Degree or Certification

17.0%

Associate's Degree

15.0%

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 Thornton, CO

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

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