Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Des Moines, WA

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Randstad
Puyallup, WA (16 miles from Des Moines, WA)
11 hours ago

Puyallup, WA (16 miles from Des Moines, WA)
11 hours 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...

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Forklift Operator

Clean Harbors
Shoreline, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
16 hours ago

Shoreline, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
16 hours ago

Clean Harbors is currently looking for a Forklift Operator to join their team! As a Forklift Operator, you will perform hands on operations. This is a great opportunity for college students or...

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Forklift Operator- Auburn, WA

Huttig
Auburn, WA (9 miles from Des Moines, WA)
20 hours ago

Auburn, WA (9 miles from Des Moines, WA)
20 hours ago

Apply now Job Title: Forklift Operator- Auburn, WA Posting Start Date: 12/11/25 Division: Distribution Posting Area: Operations + Manufacturing Job Location: Auburn, WA Looking for stability? Join...

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Powered Equipment Operator - 10503

Boeing
Auburn, WA (9 miles from Des Moines, WA)
2 days ago

Auburn, WA (9 miles from Des Moines, WA)
2 days ago

Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive,...

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Equipment Operator

City of Tacoma (WA)
Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
2 days ago

Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
2 days ago

Join the City of Tacoma as an Equipment Operator - Your Expertise in Action! Are you skilled in operating equipment and passionate about making an impact in your community? The City of Tacoma is...

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Heavy Equipment Operator /Excavator

Triton Marine Construction Corp
Bremerton, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
4 days ago

Bremerton, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
4 days ago

Job Summary: State and federal contractor looking for a Heavy Civil Equipment Operator. Individuals need to be experienced operating excavators, loaders, backhoes and similar. Individuals must be...

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Hazmat Warehouse Forklift Operator

Advantage Technical Services, Inc
Woodinville, WA (24 miles from Des Moines, WA)
5 days ago

Woodinville, WA (24 miles from Des Moines, WA)
5 days ago

Hazmat Warehouse Forklift Operator Advantage Technical Services, Inc - Woodinville, WA Posted: 12/11/2025 - Expires: 3/11/2026 Job ID: 292982637 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print...

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Forklift Operator (ID #477089)

Partners Personnel Management
Kent, WA (8 miles from Des Moines, WA)
5 days ago

Kent, WA (8 miles from Des Moines, WA)
5 days ago

Kent, WA Kent Wa 3154 $21.00/Per Hour Forklift Operator Job Description Branch Details Job Title: Forklift Operator Location: Kent Wa Pay: $21.00 per hour Schedule: Monday-Friday Job Summary: We...

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

ArcBest
Seattle, WA (11 miles from Des Moines, WA)
5 days ago

Seattle, WA (11 miles from Des Moines, WA)
5 days ago

Job Description 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...

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Yard Worker & Forklift Operator

Mutual Materials
Tukwila, WA (6 miles from Des Moines, WA)
7 days ago

Tukwila, WA (6 miles from Des Moines, WA)
7 days ago

Job Details Job Location : South Seattle - Tukwila, WA 98178 Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School/ GED Salary Range : $21.00 - $23.00 Hourly Travel Percentage : None Job Shift :...

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Forklift Operator

McLane Company
Lakewood, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
10 days ago

Lakewood, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
10 days ago

Forklift Operator McLane Company - Lakewood, WA Posted: 12/5/2025 - Expires: 3/5/2026 Job ID: 292965170 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description Description...

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Forklift Operator

Manpower
Auburn, WA (9 miles from Des Moines, WA)
10 days ago

Auburn, WA (9 miles from Des Moines, WA)
10 days ago

Forklift Operator Manpower - Auburn, WA Posted: 12/5/2025 - Expires: 3/5/2026 Job ID: 292964752 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description Forklift (Reach Truck)...

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Equipment Operator I

Yusen Logistics Americas, Inc.
Bonney Lake, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
12 days ago

Bonney Lake, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
12 days ago

Equipment Operator I Yusen Logistics Americas, Inc. - Bonney Lake, WA Posted: 12/4/2025 - Expires: 3/4/2026 Job ID: 292956256 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job...

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Heavy Equipment Operator/Site Lead

Greg Brock Dozing, LLC Also known as GBD-LLC
Pacific, WA (13 miles from Des Moines, WA)
19 days ago

Pacific, WA (13 miles from Des Moines, WA)
19 days ago

, Heavy Equipment Operator, or new-to-the-trade). employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Heavy Equipment Operator/Site Lead We are seeking a highly experienced and versatile Heavy Equipment...

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Equipment Operator

01604 HM Pacific Northwest, Inc.
Issaquah, WA (15 miles from Des Moines, WA)
19 days ago

Issaquah, WA (15 miles from Des Moines, WA)
19 days ago

Line of Business: Other About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S....

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Demographic Data for Des Moines, WA

Moving to Des Moines, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Des Moines, WA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Des Moines, WA

Local

National

Total Population

7,705,271

Number of Businesses

197,951

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Des Moines, WA

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 Des Moines, WA offer the following education background

High School or GED

35.5%

Bachelor's Degree

23.8%

Vocational Degree or Certification

17.0%

Associate's Degree

15.0%

Some College

2.9%

Master's Degree

2.7%

Some High School

2.7%

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, WA

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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