Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Independence, IA

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Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Jesup, IA (10 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jesup, IA (10 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Heavy Equipment Operator Jesup, Iowa - Posted on October 6, 2025 Published By Kurt Janssens We're looking for a reliable and experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our agricultural drain tile...

DC Equipment Operator - Sunday through Thursday Shift

  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Posting: Unique Opportunity At Ferguson Enterprises, we believe in setting the standard for excellence. Our DC Equipment Operator role provides a distinctive opportunity to be part of a...

Trillium Is Seeking Heavy Equipment Operators In IA Asap

  • Jesup, IA (10 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jesup, IA (10 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 5 days ago

TRILLIUM IS SEEKING HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS IN JESUP, IA ASAP!!!...

Tire & Wheel Mounter, Equipment Operator

  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Equipment Operator - Manual Mount Tire & Wheel Station Summary The Equipment Operator in charge of manual mount stations is responsible for operating machinery, overhead cranes, hoists, and...

DC Equipment Operator - 1st Shift Outbound

  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 17 days ago

Job Posting: Unique Opportunity At Ferguson Enterprises, we believe in crafting an environment where our employees can thrive and achieve their fullest potential. As a DC Equipment Operator - 1st...

DC Equipment Operator - 1st Shift Inbound

  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 17 days ago

Job Posting: Why This Opportunity is Unique At Ferguson Enterprises, you'll find a career development hub rather than just a job, where you can expand your skills in a vibrant and encouraging...

DC Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift Shipping

  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 17 days ago

Job Posting: Become a member of our team as a DC Equipment Operator for 2nd Shift Shipping Are you prepared to advance your career with Ferguson Enterprises? Join our team as a DC Equipment...

DC Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator

  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 29 days ago

DC Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift Equiliem United States, Iowa, Waterloo Sep 09, 2025 *** is North America's leading value-added distributor across residential,...

Warehouse Equipment Operator - 3rd Shift

  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Posting: Ferguson is North America's leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning...

Equipment Operator

  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Equipment Operator Summary The Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating machinery, overhead cranes, hoists, and material handling equipment to support manufacturing operations,...

Equipment Operator

  • Urbana, IA (16 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Urbana, IA (16 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Warehouse Equipment Operators - Shipping

  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Posting: Ferguson is North America's leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning...

Warehouse Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (22 miles from Independence, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Posting: Ferguson is North America's leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning...

Demographic Data for Independence, IA

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


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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Independence, 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 Independence, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.2%
Bachelor's Degree
23.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.8%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Independence, 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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