Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Forklift Operator

  • Advance Services
  • Bondurant, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bondurant, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 10 hours ago

Forklift Operator 800 Commerce PKWY, Suite 103 Bondurant, IA 50317 US Posted: 01/27/2026 2026-01-27 2026-03-02 Job Number: 281144 Pay Rate: 18.00 Job Description Forklift Operator - Bondurant, IA...

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94Y Integrated Family of Test Equipment Operator

  • Army National Guard
  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago

It takes highly trained and skilled individuals to keep the Army National Guard's sophisticated weapons operating at top performance. The Integrated Family of Test Equipment (IFTE)...

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Equipment Operator

  • Absolute Group
  • Granger, IA (15 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Granger, IA (15 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago

We offer a wide range of construction solutions, including seeding, sodding, mulching, silt fence installation and storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) management....

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Forklift Operator FT

  • R + L Carriers
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 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
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago

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Forklift Operator - 3rd shift

  • Mrs. Clarks Foods
  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 9 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
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago

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

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Equipment Operator - Des Moines, IA Equipment Operator - Des Moines, IA

  • CRH
  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Equipment Operator - Des Moines, IA CRH 5 ( ) Johnston, IA Why you should apply for a job to CRH : 5/5 in overall job satisfaction 5/5 in supportive management 100% say women are treated fairly...

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Equipment Operator - Des Moines, IA

  • CRH Plc.
  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 16 days ago

Job ID: 518650 Hallett Materials, a CRH company, was established in 1918. Hallett Materials produces quality aggregates with a firm belief in customer service. The materials produced by Hallett...

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Equipment Operator - 2026 Construction Season

  • Elder Corp.
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 17 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 17 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 (10 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Carlisle, IA (10 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 18 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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Heavy Equipment Operator (Dozer)

  • Absolute Group
  • Granger, IA (15 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Granger, IA (15 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 22 days ago

We are looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator. Operators are responsible for safely driving and operating commercial vehicles and equipment for infrastructure construction projects....

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Equipment Operator (Excavator)

  • Absolute Group
  • Granger, IA (15 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Granger, IA (15 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 22 days ago

We are looking for an experienced Excavator Operator. The successful candidate will have experience with main line utility work. Operators are responsible for safely driving and operating...

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Forklift Operator And Material Handler

  • Aerotek
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 24 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 24 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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Demographic Data for Des Moines, IA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Des Moines, IA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, 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%


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