Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Thornton, IL

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Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a stand up 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 - 1600 Mon-Fri

  • Moran Transportation
  • Cicero, IL (20 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Cicero, IL (20 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Forklift Operator - 1600 Mon-Fri - Full Time Moran Transportation - Cicero, IL Apply Now Posted on 12/11/25 (Ref: Elk Grove Village - 57441) Forklift Operator - $20/hr. - Moran Transportation -...

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Forklift operator

  • Merrillville, IN (15 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Merrillville, IN (15 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

un Forklift operator (Merrillville, IN) 509 West 84th Drive near Broadway compensation: $200 Need a one day engagement with a certified forklift operator. We have rented a 15,000 load forklift to...

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Sit Down Forklift Operator - 1st shift

  • Cj Logistics
  • Matteson, IL (8 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Matteson, IL (8 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

At this time, CJ Logistics America is unable to offer visa sponsorship or support for work authorization.** Candidates must complete an application at: Lift Your Career to New Heights with CJ...

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Sit Down Forklift Operator - 3rd shift

  • Cj Logistics
  • Matteson, IL (8 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Matteson, IL (8 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

At this time, CJ Logistics America is unable to offer visa sponsorship or support for work authorization.** Candidates must complete an application at: Lift Your Career to New Heights with CJ...

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Sit Down Forklift Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Chicago Heights, IL (3 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago Heights, IL (3 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Material Handler Job Description As a Material Handler, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our production and warehouse facilities. Your primary responsibilities will...

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Forklift Operator

  • Justice, IL (17 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Justice, IL (17 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Trucking Company looking for Forklift operator experience minimum 2 years in the trucking company For more info please call ...

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Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Tradebe
  • East Chicago, IN (9 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN (9 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Apply now " Job Req ID: 5187 Date: Dec 10, 2025 Tradebe Site: Tradebe East Chicago Location: East Chicago, IN, US, 46312 Department: Operations Business Line: Environmental Services & Global...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • La Grange, IL (19 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • La Grange, IL (19 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 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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Non-Haz Forklift Operator - 4th Shift

  • TRADEBE
  • East Chicago, IN (9 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN (9 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses dedicated to creating a more sustainable planet and making a real impact on human wellbeing. In the US, we lead the way in recycling and the circular...

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Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • XPO
  • Chicago Heights, IL (3 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago Heights, IL (3 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Forklift Operator - Night Shift 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars What you'll 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...

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Forklift Operator FT

  • R + L Carriers
  • Matteson, IL (8 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Matteson, IL (8 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 6 days ago

R+L Carriers has an immediate need for Full-time Forklift Operators at our Matteson, IL service center. As a Forklift Operator you will be tasked with moving all different types of freight safely...

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Snow Heavy Equipment Operator (On-call, Overnight, Part-Time) Chicago Central

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Description The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here. Here's what you'd do: The Snow Equipment Operator must be interested in learning to do all aspects of snow removal during the winter....

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Forklift Operator - 4th Shift

  • Tradebe
  • East Chicago, IN (9 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN (9 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Apply now " Job Req ID: 5167 Date: Dec 9, 2025 Tradebe Site: Tradebe East Chicago Location: East Chicago, IN, US, 46312 Department: Operations Business Line: Environmental Services & Global...

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Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • Pacer International
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 8 days 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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Demographic Data for Thornton, IL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Thornton, 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 Thornton, IL 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, 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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