Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator - Portable Sand Plant Crew

  • Urbandale, IA (1 mile from Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Urbandale, IA (1 mile from Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 hours ago

Hours: Monday - Friday 6am- 6pm Pay: $23.40 an hour Martin Marietta is currently looking for motivated individuals to join our portable production crews. This crew travels to different sand plants...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator BRANDENBURG INDUSTRIAL SVC CO United States, Iowa, Des Moines Jun 11, 2025 Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator System requires web browser Internet Explorer 10 or higher, Google...

Forklift Operator

  • Adel, IA (22 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Adel, IA (22 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our team in a dynamic brick manufacturing environment. As a Forklift Operator, you will play a crucial...

Forklift Operator - 1st shift

  • Polk City, IA (14 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Polk City, IA (14 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Why Work for Saddle Creek? Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a...

Forklift Operator

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of inventory and goods to and from assembly, hold...

Forklift Operator

  • Carlisle, IA (10 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Carlisle, IA (10 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 18 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 26 days ago

Job Description Operate seated forklift, loading pallets from floor to trailer. Prepare slip sheets and shrink wrap unstable loads. Picks up large debris and sweeps 53ft x 8ft area. For additional...

Warehouse Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview PTO time effective immediately on date of hire Monthly employee engagement activities Benefit eligible first of month following 30 days of employment Benefits include but are not limited...

Forklift Operator

  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

About the Job Ruan is hiring full-time 3rd Shift Forklift Operators at our distribution center located in Ankeny, IA. Ruan offers full benefits, a reliable schedule, and growth opportunity. Build...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 45+ days 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...

Asphalt Paving Equipment Operator

  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

The career field for Equipment Operator includes, but may not be limited to, the following positions: Equipment Operator (Grade and Pave Crew), Heavy Equipment Operator, Roller Operator (Self-Propelled...

Freezer Warehouse Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Minimum 2 years of both Warehouse/Forklift experience required Pay Rate $23.00/hour PTO time effective immediately on date of hire Monthly employee engagement activities Benefit eligible...

Forklift Operator - 1st shift

  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ 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...

Part-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Start Time Available: Tuesday - Saturday | 12:00 AM - 6:00 AM Stable and growing organization Pay beginning at $23.35 per hour Quick advancement Professional, positive and people-centered...

Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 90+ days ago

ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Des Moines, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
56.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.9%
Associate's Degree
8.5%
Bachelor's Degree
5.9%
Some High School
2.6%
Some College
1.4%
Master's Degree
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.2%