Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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Forklift Operator - Part-Time

  • Pacer International
  • Mundelein, IL (9 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Mundelein, IL (9 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

What youll 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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Equipment Operator (Loaders and Skids)

  • Yellowstone Landscape
  • Roselle, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Roselle, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

We are seeking skilled drivers and heavy equipment operators that have experience with the following vehicles / equipment: Front end loaders Bobcats Fuel truck This physically demanding, outdoor position...

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Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Brandenburg Industrial Service Company
  • Elmhurst, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago

at Brandenburg Industrial Service Company in Elmhurst, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator Brandenburg is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce...

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Heavy Equipment Operator (Engineering & Public Works) Water Division (13967)

  • Village of Schaumburg (IL)
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG Human Resources Department 101 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg, IL 60193 NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Heavy Equipment Operator (Engineering & Public Works) Water...

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Warehouse/Forklift Operator- AM Shift

  • JA Frate
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Description At JA Frate with 50 years in the transportation industry we pride ourselves on our on-time delivery and customer satisfaction and our amazing team that makes that happen every day!...

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1st Shift Skilled Forklift Operator Paying 24

  • Aerotek
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Machine Operator Job Description Join a dynamic team in a metal manufacturing facility where you will be responsible for operating machinery that cuts large coils of metals such as stainless...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Palatine, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palatine, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 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...

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VNA Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

  • Snap-On
  • Crystal Lake, IL (22 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (22 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Are you looking to start your career with a great company? Do you enjoy driving a forklift in a warehouse environment? A Distribution Associate role at Snap-on could be for you! Snap-ons...

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Forklift Operator I

  • AIT Worldwide Logistics
  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

at AIT Worldwide Logistics in Itasca, Illinois, United States Job Description Forklift Operator I ID 2025-5831 Category Warehouse Position Type Regular Full-Time Introduction Join us at AIT, where...

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Forklift Operator I -Shipping 1st Huntley

  • John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Summary of Position: The Forklift Operator I is qualified to operate stand-up forklift (reach), sit-down and/or electric pallet jacks. The person in this position possesses skills to perform the...

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Forklift Operator Material Handler

  • Ryder
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 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...

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Forklift Operator

  • Pactiv Corporation
  • Franklin Park, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Company Overview Why Choose Us? Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and...

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Forklift Operator (Stand Up)

  • SURESTAFF
  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Forklift Operator (Stand Up) Des Plaines, IL 60018 US Posted: 01/23/2026 2026-01-23 2026-03-24 Job Number: 52153435 Pay Rate: $19.00 / hour Job Description Stand-Up Forklift Operator - Des...

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Warehouse Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Ryder System Inc.
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25...

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Forklift Operator 1st and 2nd shift

  • PeopleShare by PROMAN
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Forklift Operator - StandUp Reach (1st & 2nd Shift) Location: Elk Grove Village, IL Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour Environment: Refrigerated Warehouse Type: TemptoHire Job Overview We are seeking...

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Demographic Data for Lake Forest, IL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.2%
Bachelor's Degree
23.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.7%
Associate's Degree
14.8%
Some High School
2.8%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

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