Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Riverwoods, IL

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Cicero, IL (24 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cicero, IL (24 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 hour 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 PT

  • R + L Carriers
  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Forklift Operator PT R+L Carriers has an immediate need for Part-time Forklift Operator at our Chicago, IL service center. As a Forklift Operator you will be tasked with moving all different types...

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Forklift Operator And Material Handler

  • Aerotek
  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Forklift Operator And Material Handler Company: Aerotek Location: Elgin, IL Date Posted: 11/4/25, 4:39 AM ? Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator - Elgin, IL ? Pay: $18-20/hr ? Schedule: 1st...

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Transfer Station Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Republic Services
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Operator Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling facility, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring,...

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Material Handler / Forklift Operator 1st shift 45 to 50 hours weekly

  • Elmhurst, IL (20 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (20 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Superior Staffing has a great job that's long term and possible temp to hire based on performance. 1st shift and working 45 to 50 hours per week. $$Overtime dollars earned this...

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Forklift Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago

at Aerotek in Elgin, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Title: Clamp Truck Operator Job Description Need a 3rd shift forklift operator who has good tenure on resume this person will be...

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Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Ryder System Inc.
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (24 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (24 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 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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2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • 1-800-Flowers.com
  • Lake Forest, IL (4 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (4 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Forklift driver will operate electric and non- powered material handling equipment including Stand-Up Forklift, stock picker, WAVE and pallet jack to perform the following functions:...

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

  • Dayton Freight
  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 3 days 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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1am - 6am: Part-time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

  • Dayton Freight
  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Overview ** This is a Part Time Position ** Flexible schedules available Available Shift Time: Tuesday - Saturday | 1:00 AM - 6:00 AM Stable and growing organization Pay beginning at $23.35 per...

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Forklift Operator- Part-time

  • LLS Lineage Logistics Services, LLC
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Return to selected search result Forklift Operator- Part-time Apply remote type On-Site locations Chicago, IL (South Wood Street) time type Part time posted on Posted Today job requisition id...

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Reach Forklift Operator (1st Shift) (Direct Hire)

  • Kelly Services
  • Skokie, IL (12 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (12 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator Location: Skokie, IL Job Type: Direct Hire Pay: $17.50/hr Shifts: 1st - 7AM - 3PM (Monday - Friday) (Overtime Needed) Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing We are looking for...

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Forklift Operator

  • Staffmark Group
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (12 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (12 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Now hiring Forklift Operator Location Elk Grove Village, IL Pay Rate: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour Shift: 9 AM - 5:30 PM The Real Warehouse MVPs Drive Forklifts. Forklift Operator jobs aren't just...

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PR 1479080/Forklift Operator Maintenance Worker

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: WE ARE PEOPLEREADY Staffing. Its what we know. Because weve been providing staffing solutions, putting people to work, for nearly 30 years. Whether youre looking for work, or...

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PRODUCTION LABORER (CRANE OPERATOR) in Crystal Lake

  • Energy Jobline ZR
  • Crystal Lake, IL (22 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (22 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global...

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Demographic Data for Riverwoods, IL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Riverwoods, 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 Riverwoods, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.1%
Bachelor's Degree
23.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Some High School
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 Riverwoods, 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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