Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Des Moines, WA

1-15 of 48 Jobs

Mutual Materials
Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
1 day ago

Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
1 day ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Bridgeport Distribution - Tacoma, WA 98499Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayAbout Us At Mutual Materials,...

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Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

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

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

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Lakewood, Washington Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $20.00 per hour Schedule: First Shift Monday- Thursday 4:00...

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Forklift Operator

Clean Harbors
Shoreline, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
2 days ago

Shoreline, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
2 days ago

Clean Harbors is currently looking for a Forklift Operator to join their team! As a Forklift Operator, you will perform hands on operations. Truck To Truck Technician at our Seattle, WA facility...

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Wing Skin Crane Operator - Ground Control- 71305

Boeing
Puyallup, WA (16 miles from Des Moines, WA)
2 days ago

Puyallup, WA (16 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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Material Expediter Work Leader (Forklift Operator)

U.S. Pacific Fleet
Bremerton, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
2 days ago

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

You will serve as a MATERIAL EXPEDITER WORK LEADER (FORKLIFT OPERATOR) in the Supply & Logistics Department of PSNS and IMF.Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for...

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Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

Randstad
Sumner, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
2 days ago

Sumner, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
2 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a reach truck forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true,...

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Forklift Operator / Loadout Job Details CRH

Central Pre-Mix
Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
3 days ago

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

, Echelon Masonry, MoistureShield composite decking, RDI railing, Catalyst Fence Solutions, Sakrete packaged concrete, Amerimix mortar, Pebble Technology International pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches...

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Forklift Operator

Carlisle
Puyallup, WA (16 miles from Des Moines, WA)
4 days ago

Puyallup, WA (16 miles from Des Moines, WA)
4 days ago

Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) is a leading building envelope solution supplier that effectively drives energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial and residential...

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Forklift Operator / Loadout

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

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

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Forklift Operator Forklift Operator

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

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

Forklift Operator McLane Company 2.7 ( ) Lakewood, WA on company site # JR105341 Position summary Rate: $24.75 per hour.** $0.40 shift differential. Sunday through Thursday 7:30 p.m. start time....

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Reach Forklift Operator

Staffmark
Sumner, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
6 days ago

Sumner, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
6 days ago

Now hiring Reach Forklift Operator Sumner, WA Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour Shift: 6 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday-Friday Keep the Warehouse in Motion As a Reach Forklift Operator in Sumner, you're the...

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Equipment Operator

Heidelberg Materials
Issaquah, WA (15 miles from Des Moines, WA)
6 days ago

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

Line of Business: Aggregates 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...

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Foremen, Equipment Operators, & Superintendents

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

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

Now Hiring: Foreman; Equipment Operators & Superintendents Location: Western/Central WA, dependent on job location Job Type: Full-Time Pay: Competitive / Based on experience Were looking for an...

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Heavy Equipment Operator III

Republic Services
Bellevue, WA (12 miles from Des Moines, WA)
7 days ago

Bellevue, WA (12 miles from Des Moines, WA)
7 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Heavy Equipment Operator safely operates various light and heavy equipment in a hazardous waste treatment processing facility or landfill....

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Reach Forklift Operator

Advantage Technical Services, Inc
Bonney Lake, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
8 days ago

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

Reach Forklift Operator Advantage Technical Services, Inc - Bonney Lake, WA Posted: 1/29/2026 - Expires: 4/29/2026 Job ID: 293135112 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job...

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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

35.2%

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, 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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