Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Colfax, IA

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Advance Services
Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
7 days ago

Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
7 days ago

Forklift Operator 5635 NE 14th St Des Moines, IA 50313 US Posted: 01/30/2026 2026-01-30 2026-03-02 Job Number: 281363 Pay Rate: 20.75 Job Description Do you have Forklift experience and looking to...

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Forklift Operator FT

R + L Carriers
Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
9 days ago

Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
9 days ago

Forklift Operator, Starting at $24.63 hr Full-Time, Monday 12:00 am-9:00 am Tuesday-Friday 1 am-10 am Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment and enjoy an excellent benefits package...

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Forklift Operator PT

R + L Carriers
Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
9 days ago

Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
9 days ago

Forklift Operator, Starting at $24.63 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday, 5:00 am-10:00 am Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment and enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes our...

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Directional Drill Operator

Utiliquest
Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
11 days ago

Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
11 days ago

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Forklift Operator - 3rd shift

Mrs. Clarks Foods
Ankeny, IA (17 miles from Colfax, IA)
16 days ago

Ankeny, IA (17 miles from Colfax, IA)
16 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description The Forklift Operator is responsible for the proper movement of materials throughout the manufacturing plant. The position's top priority is to support...

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Foundation Heavy Equipment Operator

Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
19 days ago

Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
19 days ago

Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Foundation Heavy Equipment Operator....

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Equipment Operator - 2026 Construction Season

Elder Corp.
Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
24 days ago

Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
24 days ago

General Info Job Type: Full time / seasonal Minimum Years Experience: 1 Year Salary Range: COMPANY PAID medical, dental, vision and pension! Company Info Elder Corporation is a family-owned...

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Heavy Equipment Operator/lull/telehandler

Aerotek
Carlisle, IA (19 miles from Colfax, IA)
25 days ago

Carlisle, IA (19 miles from Colfax, IA)
25 days ago

Material Handler Job Description This steel facility supplies vendors with steel beams, rebar, stairways, glass doors, windows, and more to general contractors for building installation. The...

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Forklift Operator - 1st shift

Mrs. Clarks Foods
Ankeny, IA (17 miles from Colfax, IA)
26 days ago

Ankeny, IA (17 miles from Colfax, IA)
26 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description The Warehouse/Forklift Operator is responsible for the proper movement of materials throughout the manufacturing plant. The position's top priority is to...

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Forklift Operator And Material Handler

Aerotek
Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
30+ days ago

Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
30+ days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description As a Warehouse Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely receipt of all materials. You will adhere to FIFO and potential...

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Forklift Operator

General Mills
Carlisle, IA (19 miles from Colfax, IA)
30+ days ago

Carlisle, IA (19 miles from Colfax, IA)
30+ days ago

General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino's pizza rolls, and Yoplait yogurt. Blue...

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Forklift Operator

Remedy Staffing
Pleasant Hill, IA (17 miles from Colfax, IA)
30+ days ago

Pleasant Hill, IA (17 miles from Colfax, IA)
30+ days ago

Immediate 1st Shift Experienced Forklift Driver Job in Des Moines, IA! Hours: 6:00am-4:30pm (Monday-Friday) O.T. during busy seasons Pay: $22.75/hour Duties: Operates a forklift to move product...

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Heavy Equipment Operator

AGC of Kansas
Urbandale, IA (21 miles from Colfax, IA)
90+ days ago

Urbandale, IA (21 miles from Colfax, IA)
90+ days ago

Work to be performed include: Conservation Terraces and waterways Ponds Building pads and new construction Earth grading and reshaping AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL MUNICIPALITIES*RESIDENTIAL MUST HAVE...

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Excavator Operator

Progressive Structures
Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
90+ days ago

Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Colfax, IA)
90+ days ago

General Info: Job Type: Full-Time Pipe Crew Excavator Operator Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2 Years Minimum Years of Education Required: High School/GED Progressive Structures LLC is a...

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Forklift Operator

Costco Wholesale Corporation
Ankeny, IA (17 miles from Colfax, IA)
90+ days ago

Ankeny, IA (17 miles from Colfax, IA)
90+ days ago

The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist. The listing does not mean that any positions are currently open or available at Costco....

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Demographic Data for Colfax, IA

Moving to Colfax, IA? Find some basic demographic data about Colfax, IA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Colfax, IA

Local

National

Total Population

3,471

Number of Businesses

City Size

Small

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Colfax, IA

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 Colfax, IA 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 Colfax, IA

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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