Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Highland Park, IL

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Des Plaines, IL (10 miles from Highland Park, IL)
1 day ago

Des Plaines, IL (10 miles from Highland Park, IL)
1 day ago

Now Hiring: Warehouse Forklift Operator Location: Des Plaines, IL Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour Shift: Wednesday - Saturday, 6:30 PM - 5:00 AM Job Overview We're looking for a reliable and skilled...

Mid-Level Heavy Equipment Operator

Grayslake, IL (16 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

Grayslake, IL (16 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

That's what you get as a Heavy Equipment Operator II at WM - and more....

Forklift Operator

Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

Forklift Operator PeopleReady of Des Plaines, IL is now hiring Forklift Operators in Schaumburg, IL! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment. Apply...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

Buffalo Grove, IL (7 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

Buffalo Grove, IL (7 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

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

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Day Shift

Des Plaines, IL (14 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

Des Plaines, IL (14 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Warehouse associate/Forklift Operator needed.

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

un Warehouse associate/Forklift Operator needed. (chicago) United Shippers Corporation 3000 W 36th St compensation: 17$-18$ per hour employment type: job title: Warehouse associate/forklift...

Heavy Equipment Operator

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Highland Park, IL)
2 days ago

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the processing of scrap metals using various tools and equipment, including crawlers....

Dockworker / Forklift Operator, Full-time

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Highland Park, IL)
4 days ago

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Highland Park, IL)
4 days ago

Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or other freight...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator - Dayton Freight Lines $23.35/hr.

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Highland Park, IL)
4 days ago

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Highland Park, IL)
4 days ago

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator - Dayton Freight Lines | $23.35/hr. (Des Plaines, IL) Dayton Freight Lines image 1 of 1 compensation: $23.35 per hour employment type: job title: Dock Worker You...

Yard Tractor Operator- Bluffton Plant

Deerfield, IL (3 miles from Highland Park, IL)
4 days ago

Deerfield, IL (3 miles from Highland Park, IL)
4 days ago

at The Hershey Company in Deerfield, Illinois, United States Job Description Yard Tractor Operator- Bluffton Plant Posted Date: Sep 9, 2025 Requisition Number: 126367 Location: Bluffton, IN We are...

Forklift Operator

Franklin Park, IL (18 miles from Highland Park, IL)
4 days ago

Franklin Park, IL (18 miles from Highland Park, IL)
4 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team in a dynamic warehouse setting. This role involves operating various types of forklifts, primarily...

Forklift Operator Warehouse Material Handler

Pleasant Prairie, WI (23 miles from Highland Park, IL)
5 days ago

Pleasant Prairie, WI (23 miles from Highland Park, IL)
5 days ago

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

Forklift Operator

Itasca, IL (18 miles from Highland Park, IL)
5 days ago

Itasca, IL (18 miles from Highland Park, IL)
5 days ago

Are you a skilled and safety-focused professional looking to elevate your career in logistics? Spartan Logistics is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to join our dynamic team in Itasca,...

FORKLIFT OPERATOR - Corrugated Industry

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Highland Park, IL)
6 days ago

Chicago, IL (21 miles from Highland Park, IL)
6 days ago

Forklift Operator Location: Hood Container – Chicago Box Plant Pay: Starting at $19.45/hour + shift differential Shift: 3rd shift (03:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.) Employment Type: Full-time | Hourly |...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift - $24.39

Waukegan, IL (12 miles from Highland Park, IL)
8 days ago

Waukegan, IL (12 miles from Highland Park, IL)
8 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...

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Demographic Data for Highland Park, IL

Moving to Highland Park, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Highland Park, IL below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Highland Park, IL

Local

National

Total Population

30,152

Number of Businesses

1,281

City Size

Medium

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Highland Park, IL

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 Highland Park, IL offer the following education background

High School or GED

36.6%

Bachelor's Degree

23.5%

Vocational Degree or Certification

16.8%

Associate's Degree

13.9%

Some College

3.1%

Some High School

2.8%

Master's Degree

2.6%

Doctorate Degree

0.7%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Highland Park, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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

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