Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Carpentersville, IL

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the landscaping industry operates large machinery used in the construction and maintenance of landscapes. Their duties may include grading terrain, hauling materials, digging holes for planting, and other tasks where heavy machinery is needed. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of equipment, typically including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes. They also perform routine inspections and maintenance on the machinery, ensuring it is in good working condition.

Important skills for a Heavy Equipment Operator include mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. A high school diploma is usually required, along with a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a certification in heavy equipment operations. This certification can be obtained through trade schools or community colleges. Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer or a Landscape Worker, which provide relevant experiences like operating smaller machinery, understanding of landscape designs and plans, and familiarity with the industry's safety requirements.

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Forklift Operator

  • Hoffman Est, IL (7 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hoffman Est, IL (7 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Clamp Truck Operator Imagine being part of a groundbreaking, state-of-the-art, brand-new greenfield facility. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is here at our brand-new facility. We are an...

Crane Operator Opportunity

  • Elgin, IL (8 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elgin, IL (8 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Seeking Experienced Crane Operator for 36 Ton National Boom Truck Must be NCCCO Certified and Swing Cab Certified Competitive Pay, Vacation Pay, Holiday Pay, Health Insurance and 401K available...

CDL Delivery Truck Driver - City of Chicago Crane Operator (30)

  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

If you're a licensed CDL Driver looking to advance your career with a nationally established company, look no further. ABC Supply, America's largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior...

CDL Delivery Truck Driver - Crane Operator (30)

  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 3 days ago

If youre a licensed CDL Driver looking to advance your career with a nationally established company, look no further. ABC Supply, Americas largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Wheeling, IL (19 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL (19 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 3 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,...

Dockworker/Forklift Operator (ORD)

  • Franklin Park, IL (24 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (24 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Overview XGS warehouse dockworkers are responsible for loading and unloading freight by hand or by using a pallet jack/forklift, sorting product, and ensuring that trailers are properly and...

Forklift Operator

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Forklift Operator Elk Grove Village, IL Ready to take your expertise as an experienced forklift operator someplace new? If you have 0-6 months of forklift operator experience, consider long-term...

Excavator operator

  • Addison, IL (19 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Addison, IL (19 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

NonUnion Concrete Company hiring EXPERIENCED, hardworking and reliable Machine Operator for Excavating and Grading. Ability to read and understand blueprints a plus. Pay based on experience.

Forklift Operator/Dock Worker

  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Forklift Operator/Dock Worker Moran Transportation Corporation provides regional, less than truckload (LTL) services throughout the states of Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Missouri...

Warehouseman/Forklift Operator

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Description This position is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, No Weekends. Will perform implementations, support client needs, enter data, conduct audits, update records and answer...

Forklift Operator/Housekeeper (Days)

  • Bensenville, IL (21 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bensenville, IL (21 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: **10:00 AM- 6:30 pm / Mon - Sat****Pay rate:**- **\$20.00/hr.****Job Description of Forklift Operator / Housekeeper**- Operate a range of...

Forklift Operator (Nights)

  • Bensenville, IL (21 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bensenville, IL (21 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: and Hours of UPS Forklift Operator/ Material Handler:**- **\$20/hr - Weekly Pay****Shifts:**- **Monday - Saturday (10:00 pm -...

Forklift Operator

  • Carol Stream, IL (16 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (16 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Relogistics is part of the largest pallet management services company in North America! We provide end-to-end pallet solutions, from supply to retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and...

2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description Candidates will be responsible for various tasks including receiving, picking, finished goods and parts maintenance, and cross-training within departments. They...

Forklift Operator

  • Batavia, IL (19 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Batavia, IL (19 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Operator Req #1 Batavia, IL, USA Job Description Posted Monday, January 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM Suncast Corporation located in Batavia, IL is the market leader in the manufacture of plastic...

Demographic Data for Carpentersville, IL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Carpentersville, IL

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Carpentersville, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.5%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.9%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Carpentersville, IL
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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