Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Van Meter, IA

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Loffredo Fresh Foods
Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
2 days ago

Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
2 days ago

Night Warehouse 2 Associate Location: Des Moines, IA Join Loffredo Fresh Foods as a Full Time Nights Warehouse 2 Associate based out of our Des Moines Branch. We are a local, family-owned food and...

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CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

ABF Freight
Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
7 days ago

Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
7 days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

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Equipment Operator - Johnston, IA (Johnston, IA, US, 50131)

CRH Plc.
Johnston, IA (20 miles from Van Meter, IA)
13 days ago

Johnston, IA (20 miles from Van Meter, IA)
13 days ago

Job ID: 520678 Des Moines Asphalt and Paving, a CRH company, has been leading the asphalt industry in Central Iowa for over forty-five years. We have completed a wide variety of projects including...

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94Y Integrated Family of Test Equipment Operator

Army National Guard
Johnston, IA (20 miles from Van Meter, IA)
13 days ago

Johnston, IA (20 miles from Van Meter, IA)
13 days 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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Loader Operator I

RB Global
De Soto, IA (6 miles from Van Meter, IA)
13 days ago

De Soto, IA (6 miles from Van Meter, IA)
13 days ago

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions. Qualifications Experience...

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Material Handler - Forklift Operator

BlueLinx
Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
15 days ago

Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
15 days ago

Build your future with BlueLinx as a Material Handler / Forklift Operator! Are you ready to be a vital part of a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United...

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Heavy Equipment Operator / Yard Lead

Aerotek
Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
24 days ago

Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
24 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator / Yard Lead *Job Description: The Heavy Equipment Operator / Yard Lead is responsible for the safe and secure loading and unloading of trailers with heavy equipment and materials...

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Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Afternoon Shift

XPO
Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
25 days ago

Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
25 days ago

What you'll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Get a feel for the role. Watch this short video to see a day-in-the-life on an XPO dock. Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of...

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Equipment Operator - Danville, IA (Johnston, IA, US, 50131)

CRH Plc.
Johnston, IA (20 miles from Van Meter, IA)
26 days ago

Johnston, IA (20 miles from Van Meter, IA)
26 days ago

Job ID: 520112 Cessford Construction Company, a CRH company, is a supplier of construction materials servicing Central Iowa, Southeast Iowa and West Central Illinois. Those materials include hot...

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Excavator Operator

Insight Global
Granger, IA (21 miles from Van Meter, IA)
26 days ago

Granger, IA (21 miles from Van Meter, IA)
26 days ago

Our clients Utility Division is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to support underground utility installation projects. This role is critical to ensuring the safe and efficient...

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Forklift Operator

Aerotek
Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
27 days ago

Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
27 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled forklift operator to efficiently handle inbound and outbound shipments using sit-down forklifts. This role involves operating Nissan...

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Equipment Operator (Excavator - Utility Crew)

Absolute Group
Granger, IA (21 miles from Van Meter, IA)
30+ days ago

Granger, IA (21 miles from Van Meter, IA)
30+ days ago

We are looking for an experienced Excavator Operator for underground utility installation. The successful candidate will have experience with main line utility work. Operators are responsible for...

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Equipment Operator

Absolute Group
Granger, IA (21 miles from Van Meter, IA)
30+ days ago

Granger, IA (21 miles from Van Meter, IA)
30+ 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 (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
30+ days ago

Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
30+ days ago

R+L Carriers has an immediate need for Full-time Forklift Operators at our Des Moines, IA service center. As a Forklift Operator, you will be tasked with moving all different types of freight...

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Directional Drill Operator

Utiliquest
Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
30+ days ago

Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Van Meter, IA)
30+ days ago

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Demographic Data for Van Meter, IA

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

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Van Meter, IA

Local

National

Total Population

3,019

Number of Businesses

City Size

Small

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Van Meter, 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 Van Meter, IA offer the following education background

High School or GED

35.3%

Bachelor's Degree

23.5%

Vocational Degree or Certification

17.7%

Associate's Degree

14.8%

Some College

2.8%

Some High School

2.6%

Master's Degree

2.6%

Doctorate Degree

0.6%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Van Meter, 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

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