Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Lacey, WA

1-12 of 12 Jobs

Single-Double Forklift Operator

  • LaborMAX Staffing
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Single-Double Forklift Operator TACOMA, WA 98444 Posted: 1/14/2026 Job Description Key Responsibilities Material Handling: Operate single/double forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to...

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Forklift Operator

  • Republic Services
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 3 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the forklift. For the purpose of stacking material, loading of trailers, and emptying full containers throughout...

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Forklift Operator - Day and Swing shift available

  • Lignetics, Inc.
  • Shelton, WA (21 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Shelton, WA (21 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Description Forklift Operator Salary: Base pay $18 - $20/hour DOE, potential to earn $20-$22/hour Job Type: Full-time Shift: M-F, 7a - 3:30p or M-F, 3p - 11:30p. Training schedule may vary....

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Loader Operator - Red Dog

  • Saltchuk
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Description Twitter Linkedin Facebook Google+ Pinterest email Are you interested in a job supporting a marine transportation operation in the Pacific Northwest? Come join Foss Maritime team in...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Spanaway, WA (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Spanaway, WA (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 4 days ago

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

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Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate

  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 6 days ago

This position requires experience operating large forklifts to load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently. The role also involves preparing materials for loading operations into shipping...

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Forklift Operator

  • Clean Harbors
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 9 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 Kent, WA facility will...

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Sewer Equipment Operator, Heavy

  • City of Tacoma
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 19 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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PIT Operator/ Sit- Down Forklift Operator/Clamp

  • Rochester, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Rochester, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 25 days ago

PIT Operator/ Sit- Down Forklift Operator and Clamp Rochester, WA 1st and 2nd $19-$20.50 Job Summary: We are looking for motivated individuals with 1 to 2 years of experience in operating sit-down...

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Equipment Operator I

  • Waste Connections US Inc
  • Lacey, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lacey, WA
  • 30+ 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 (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (19 miles from Lacey, 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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Heavy Forklift Operator

  • James Hardie
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions. Hardie products offer long lasting beauty and endless design...

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Demographic Data for Lacey, WA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Lacey, WA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Lacey, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.5%
Bachelor's Degree
23.6%
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 Lacey, 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%


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