Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Lewis, WA

1-15 of 16 Jobs

Clean Harbors
Milton, WA (17 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
1 day ago

Milton, WA (17 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
1 day ago

Clean Harbors in Kent, WA is seeking an Equipment Operator I to operate heavy equipment such as a backhoe, heavy duty crane, heavy duty forklift and/or track hoe within the field. Clean Harbors is...

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Forklift Operator

48forty Solutions
Lacey, WA (11 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
4 days ago

Lacey, WA (11 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
4 days ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to load and unload trailer with wooden pallets and move pallets inside our plants to keep manufacturing production moving efficiently! We're looking for...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Randstad
Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
4 days ago

Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
4 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

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Forklift Operator Associate

PrideStaff
Federal Way, WA (22 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
5 days ago

Federal Way, WA (22 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
5 days ago

Forklift Operator Shift/Hours: Monday - Friday, First Shift 8:00 am-5:00 pm Pay Rate: $21 - $24/hr DOE Location: Seattle, WA We are thrilled to announce a new Forklift Operator opportunity!...

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Warehouse Forklift Operator Puyallup, WA

Floor & Decor
Puyallup, WA (14 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
6 days ago

Puyallup, WA (14 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
6 days ago

Pay Range $23.00 - $29.50 PURPOSE The Forklift Operator is responsible for using a forklift or other power equipment to load, unload, move, stack and stage product for shipment to the stores. The...

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Sewer Equipment Operator, Heavy

City of Tacoma (WA)
Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
8 days ago

Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
8 days ago

The City of Tacoma is recruiting for experienced Sewer Heavy Equipment Operators to work in the Operations and Maintenance Division in the Environmental Services Department....

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Forklift Operator

Aerotek
Auburn, WA (22 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
13 days ago

Auburn, WA (22 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
13 days ago

Forklift operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Forklift operator with experience in operating band saws, sit-down forklifts, and performing visual quality control. The ideal candidate...

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Union Heavy Equipment Operator - Graham, WA

Waste Connections
Graham, WA (13 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
13 days ago

Graham, WA (13 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
13 days ago

Join Our Team at LRI 304th St. Landfill a Waste Connections Company! Were looking for an Equipment Operator to join our team at the LRI Landfill in Graham, WA. If you're ready for a hands-on,...

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Forklift Operator

AtWork Group
Sumner, WA (18 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
18 days ago

Sumner, WA (18 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
18 days ago

Temporary Forklift Driver Location: Sumner, WA Pay: $18.00/hr Type: Temporary, with potential for permanent placement Shifts: Day Shift: Mon Fri, 8: 00 AM (Mandatory Overtime Night Shift: Sun Thu,...

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Equipment Operator I

Waste Connections US Inc
Lacey, WA (11 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
22 days ago

Lacey, WA (11 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
22 days ago

Equipment Operator I Waste Connections US Inc - Lacey, WA Posted: 12/16/2025 - Expires: 3/16/2026 Job ID: 292998546 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description...

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Forklift Operator

McLane Company
Lakewood, WA (11 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
30+ days ago

Lakewood, WA (11 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
30+ 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 (22 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
30+ days ago

Auburn, WA (22 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
30+ 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 (19 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
30+ days ago

Bonney Lake, WA (19 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
30+ 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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Union Heavy Equipment Operator - Graham, WA

Waste Connections US Inc
Spanaway, WA (8 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
45+ days ago

Spanaway, WA (8 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
45+ days ago

Union Heavy Equipment Operator - Graham, WA Waste Connections US Inc - Spanaway, WA Posted: 12/25/2025 - Expires: 3/25/2026 Job ID: 293033960 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share...

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Directional Drill Operator/Locator

MasTec Communications Group
Sumner, WA (18 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
45+ days ago

Sumner, WA (18 miles from Fort Lewis, WA)
45+ days ago

Overview At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours. As a Directional Drill Operator/Locator, you will develop new skills, work in a safety - minded environment, and...

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Demographic Data for Fort Lewis, WA

Moving to Fort Lewis, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Fort Lewis, WA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Fort Lewis, WA

Local

National

Total Population

7,705,271

Number of Businesses

197,951

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Lewis, 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 Fort Lewis, WA offer the following education background

High School or GED

35.5%

Bachelor's Degree

23.4%

Vocational Degree or Certification

17.2%

Associate's Degree

15.0%

Some College

2.8%

Master's Degree

2.8%

Some High School

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 Fort Lewis, 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

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