Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Waukegan, IL

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Warehouse Associate FH Forklift operator

Integrity Staffing Solutions
Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
1 day ago

Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
1 day ago

Were looking for Warehouse Associates to work in our client's climate-controlled facility! Earn up to $19.00/hr in a fast paced, fun environment, working with a leader in eCommerce. No experience...

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Forklift Operator - 1600 Mon-Fri

Moran Transportation
Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
2 days ago

Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
2 days ago

Forklift Operator - 1600 Mon-Fri - Full Time Moran Transportation - Des Plaines, IL Apply Now Posted on 12/04/25 (Ref: ILI8YCiSAB-57441) Forklift Operator - $20/hr. - Moran Transportation - Elk...

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Reach Forklift Operator (2nd Shift) (Direct Hire)

Kelly Services
Skokie, IL (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
2 days ago

Skokie, IL (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
2 days ago

Forklift Operator Location: Skokie, IL Job Type: Direct Hire Pay: $21/hr Shifts: 2nd Shift - 3pm-11pm (Monday - Friday) (Overtime Needed) Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing We are looking...

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Forklift Operator - 8AM start

Sysco
Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Waukegan, IL)
2 days ago

Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Waukegan, IL)
2 days ago

Company: US1292 Buckhead Meat Midwest Inc.-Illinois Division Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 60140 Travel Percentage: 0 Compensation Range: $22.00 The compensation range provided is in compliance...

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Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

Randstad
Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
4 days ago

Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
4 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a reach truck forklift 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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Heavy Equipment Operator II-2340038

Grayslake, IL (10 miles from Waukegan, IL)
4 days ago

Grayslake, IL (10 miles from Waukegan, IL)
4 days ago

Thats what you get as a Heavy Equipment Operator II at WM and more....

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Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Ryder
Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
4 days ago

Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
4 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator in Sturtevant, Wisconsin Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour $0.75 pay...

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Forklift Operator, II 1st shift M-F 6:30am-3pm

Zebra Technologies Corp.
Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
9 days ago

Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
9 days ago

Remote Work: No Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Randstad
Palatine, IL (20 miles from Waukegan, IL)
9 days ago

Palatine, IL (20 miles from Waukegan, IL)
9 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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Forklift Operator Level 1 - 1st Shift East

Fair Oaks Foods
Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
10 days ago

Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
10 days ago

Forklift Operator FLSA Status Non-Exempt Department Shipping & Receiving Reports to Title Shipping and Receiving Supervisor Position Summary The Forklift Operator will operate an industrial...

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Forklift Operator

Kelly Services
Skokie, IL (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
11 days ago

Skokie, IL (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
11 days ago

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator in Skokie, IL. Candidates must have experience with the stand up, reach truck forklift. Qualified candidates must have: Reach Truck...

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Immediately Hiring Material Handler/ Forklift Operator

Aerotek
Hoffman Est, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
13 days ago

Hoffman Est, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
13 days ago

Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator - Elgin, IL Pay: $18-20/hr Schedule: 1st Shift - 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM 2nd shift - 2pm - 10 pm Type: Full-time | Contract-to-Hire Job Overview Join a dynamic...

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Forklift Operator, Senior Split Shift M-F 11am-7:30pm

Zebra Technologies
Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
14 days ago

Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
14 days ago

Remote Work: No Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic...

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Forklift Operator, I

Zebra Technologies
Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
16 days ago

Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
16 days ago

Remote Work: No Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic...

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Forklift Operator

Aerotek
Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
16 days ago

Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
16 days ago

Aerotek is hiring immediately for 2nd shift material handlers. These are forklift positions in a production environment. Job Responsibilities Securely package materials, items, and parts for...

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Demographic Data for Waukegan, IL

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

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Waukegan, IL

Local

National

Total Population

99,816

Number of Businesses

1,726

City Size

Medium/Lg

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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

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