Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Palatine, IL

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5am - 10am: Part-time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

Dayton Freight
Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Palatine, IL)
14 hours ago

Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Palatine, IL)
14 hours ago

Overview ** This is a Part Time Position ** Flexible schedules available Available Shift Time: Tuesday - Saturday | 5:00 AM - 10:00 AM Stable and growing organization Pay beginning at $23.35 per...

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Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift - $24.39

Eagle Foods
Waukegan, IL (20 miles from Palatine, IL)
14 hours ago

Waukegan, IL (20 miles from Palatine, IL)
14 hours 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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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Randstad
Carol Stream, IL (14 miles from Palatine, IL)
14 hours ago

Carol Stream, IL (14 miles from Palatine, IL)
14 hours ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

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Forklift Operator II

AIT Worldwide Logistics
Itasca, IL (9 miles from Palatine, IL)
15 hours ago

Itasca, IL (9 miles from Palatine, IL)
15 hours ago

at AIT Worldwide Logistics in Itasca, Illinois, United States Job Description Forklift Operator II ID 2025-6290 Position Type Regular Full-Time Introduction Join us at AIT, where we believe every...

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Forklift Operator

US1630 Greco Illinois (Bellissimo Distribution, LLC)
Bartlett, IL (12 miles from Palatine, IL)
16 hours ago

Bartlett, IL (12 miles from Palatine, IL)
16 hours ago

Responsible for putting away inbound produce. RESPONSIBILITIES Receives and puts away all inbound produce. Ensures product is put away in proper rotation (FIFO). Safe operation of powered...

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1st Shift Forklift Operator / Order Picker (HP#336386)

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Roselle, IL (9 miles from Palatine, IL)
17 hours ago

Roselle, IL (9 miles from Palatine, IL)
17 hours ago

HIRING IMMEDIATELY FORKLIFT OPERATORS Here's The Better Opportunity You're Looking ForExcellent 1st shifts opportunities available!Your forklift operator skills are always in demand. Apply for...

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Warehouse Stocker/Forklift Operator 1st Shift

United Stationers
Carol Stream, IL (14 miles from Palatine, IL)
1 day ago

Carol Stream, IL (14 miles from Palatine, IL)
1 day ago

Description: ESSENDANT Inc. is an inclusive team environment that values the contributions of its associates through a great culture, competitive pay, and generous benefits. Job Title: Warehouse...

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Cleveland-Cliffs
Chicago, IL (23 miles from Palatine, IL)
1 day ago

Chicago, IL (23 miles from Palatine, IL)
1 day ago

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

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Standup Forklift Operator , 1st Shift

Aerotek
Roselle, IL (9 miles from Palatine, IL)
1 day ago

Roselle, IL (9 miles from Palatine, IL)
1 day ago

Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator Roselle, IL Pay: $18-19/hr 1st shift Type: Full-time | Contract-to-Hire Job Overview Join a dynamic warehouse team where youll handle material movement,...

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Distribution Teammate - Equipment Operator; 11:00am

Owens & Minor
Carol Stream, IL (14 miles from Palatine, IL)
2 days ago

Carol Stream, IL (14 miles from Palatine, IL)
2 days ago

Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, health systems and research...

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CDL Driver & Crane Operator

SRS Distribution Inc.
Waukegan, IL (20 miles from Palatine, IL)
2 days ago

Waukegan, IL (20 miles from Palatine, IL)
2 days ago

The CDL Driver & Crane Operator at SRS Building Products ensures safe, efficient transport and delivery of building materials to job sites. Responsibilities include operating trucks, cranes, and...

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Forklift Operator -2ND Shift

Pures Food Specialties LLC
Maywood, IL (18 miles from Palatine, IL)
2 days ago

Maywood, IL (18 miles from Palatine, IL)
2 days ago

About the Role A forklift is an individual who moves stock around a warehouse using a forklift. The main duties include operating forklifts loading and unloading equipment and storing or...

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Tractor Operator

Veterans Health Administration
North Chicago, IL (17 miles from Palatine, IL)
3 days ago

North Chicago, IL (17 miles from Palatine, IL)
3 days ago

This position is located within the Facility Management Department of the Facility Support Directorate located at the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center (FHCC) in North Chicago...

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Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

Randstad
Carol Stream, IL (14 miles from Palatine, IL)
3 days ago

Carol Stream, IL (14 miles from Palatine, IL)
3 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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Over Head Crane Operator Paying 24/hr

Aerotek
Northbrook, IL (9 miles from Palatine, IL)
3 days ago

Northbrook, IL (9 miles from Palatine, IL)
3 days ago

Machine Operator Job Description Join a leading metals company where large coils of metals such as stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and steel are transformed into smaller coils or large sheets....

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Demographic Data for Palatine, IL

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

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Palatine, IL

Local

National

Total Population

77,029

Number of Businesses

2,152

City Size

Medium/Lg

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Palatine, 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 Palatine, IL offer the following education background

High School or GED

35.4%

Bachelor's Degree

23.6%

Vocational Degree or Certification

17.6%

Associate's Degree

14.7%

Some High School

2.7%

Some College

2.7%

Master's Degree

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 Palatine, 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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