Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in University Place, WA

1-15 of 23 Jobs

Yard Worker & Forklift Operator

  • Mutual Materials
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : South Seattle - Tukwila, WA Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School/ GED Salary Range : $20.00 - $23.00 Hourly Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Day...

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Heavy Equipment Operator - Maintenance Mechanic 3

  • Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 9 hours ago

Heavy Equipment Operator - Maintenance Mechanic 3 Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife - Lacey, WA Posted: 12/8/2025 - Expires: 12/18/2025 Job ID: 292969271 Apply Now I have already applied Save...

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Forklift Operator

  • NFI Industries
  • Fife, WA (4 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fife, WA (4 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

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Forklift Operator

  • McLane Company
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 3 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 University Place, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 3 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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Heavy Equipment Operator - Maintenance Mechanic 3 - Permanent - 2025-08445

  • State of Washington
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Title- Heavy Equipment Operator Classification- Maintenance Mechanic 3 (MM3) Job Status- Full-Time / Permanent WDFW Program- Capital and Asset Management Program (CAMP) - Lacey Construction Shop Duty...

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Warehouse/Shipping (Forklift Operator) - 1St Shfit

  • JBS Foods
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 4 days ago

WAREHOUSE/SHIPPING - FORKLIFT DRIVER Oversee and participate in the shipping, receiving, storing, and issuing of supplies and inventory. Maintain receiving and inventory control records and...

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Forklift Operator

  • 48forty Solutions
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from University Place, 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

  • McLane
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Start a fulfilling career as a Forklift Operator! We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Sumner, WA (10 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sumner, WA (10 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 5 days 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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Equipment Operator I

  • Yusen Logistics Americas, Inc.
  • Bonney Lake, WA (13 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bonney Lake, WA (13 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 5 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 (9 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Pacific, WA (9 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 12 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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Forklift Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Clamp Truck Operator Job Description Join an industry leader in packaging as a Clamp Truck Operator, where you will be integral to providing custom corrugated sheets and boxes. Our company has...

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Union Heavy Equipment Operator - Graham, WA

  • Waste Connections US Inc
  • Spanaway, WA (13 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Spanaway, WA (13 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 17 days ago

Union Heavy Equipment Operator - Graham, WA Waste Connections US Inc - Spanaway, WA Posted: 11/18/2025 - Expires: 2/16/2026 Job ID: 292900232 Job Description Join Our Team at LRI 304th St....

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Stand Up Forklift operator

  • Barrett Business Services
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from University Place, WA)
  • 18 days ago

Stand Up Forklift Driver for the Day Shift Safely driving a Standup forklift in a Warehouse/Shipping/Receiving setting. We are looking for a someone that prioritizes safety and efficiency in their...

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Demographic Data for University Place, WA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in University Place, WA

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in University Place, 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 University Place, 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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