Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the construction industry operates large machinery, such as bulldozers, excavators, and cranes, which are utilized for construction projects. Their key responsibilities include maneuvering heavy equipment safely and efficiently, performing basic maintenance checks, and ensuring the machinery is in good working order. They are essential to the construction process as they clear and grade land, excavate earth, lift heavy materials, and perform other tasks that require specialized equipment. They also should have a thorough understanding of safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents on the job site.

Potential Heavy Equipment Operators should possess excellent hand-eye coordination, physical stamina, technical skills, and mechanical knowledge. They should also understand how to read blueprints and topographic maps. It's crucial for them to have certification from a recognized heavy equipment operator training school, and some states may require a commercial driver's license (CDL). Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Construction Laborer, Forklift Operator, or Truck Driver. These positions can provide valuable experience in the construction industry, and help individuals gain familiarity with different types of machinery.

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Crane Operator Opportunity

  • Elgin, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elgin, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, 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 (11 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (11 miles from Bolingbrook, 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...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Country Club Hills, IL (20 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Country Club Hills, IL (20 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.45 - $26.95 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

CDL Delivery Truck Driver - Crane Operator (30)

  • Aurora, IL (11 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (11 miles from Bolingbrook, 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...

1st Shift Freezer Forklift Operator

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 3 days ago

Apply Job ID: 118042BR Type: Warehouse Salary: $21/ hr plus hourly incentive opportunity up to an additional $7/hr. Primary Location: Bolingbrook, Illinois Date Posted: 04/15/2025 Job Details:...

Excavator operator

  • Addison, IL (16 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Addison, IL (16 miles from Bolingbrook, 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....

Warehouse Equipment Operator

  • Romeoville, IL (4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL (4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The base pay for this position is $20/hr. + $2 SEO Premium when applicable. We are Wayfair; we deliver a best-in-class customer experience in the furniture and home space because of people like...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Midlothian, IL (18 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Midlothian, IL (18 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Company Description Harsco Environmental is the premier provider of material processing and environmental services to the global steel and metals industries. Our onsite mill services and resource...

Forklift Operator/Dock Worker

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Forklift Driver/Inventory Specialist Job Description The position is responsible for the accurate accounting of inventory including receiving, processing, recording, and distributing supplies and...

Forklift Operator I

  • New Lenox, IL (14 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Lenox, IL (14 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Located on: Berens Drive New Lenox, IL Shift: Friday - Sunday 6pm to 6am Pay Rate: $21.69 per hour Shift Differential: $3.50 additional per hour General Summary. The Forklift Operator I is...

Warehouseman/Forklift Operator

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, 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

  • Carol Stream, IL (15 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (15 miles from Bolingbrook, 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Aurora, IL (11 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (11 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago

PAVE A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR YOURSELF! Looking for a life-long career, with opportunities for advancement, and unmatched benefits packages? Unilock has been North America's premier manufacturer of...

Operator Heavy Equipment

  • Rockdale, IL (14 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rockdale, IL (14 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 11 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE Position Summary: This position reports directly to the Quarry Supervisor. All duties are performed in a work-safe manner; plant safety rules are followed and individual works as a...

Demographic Data for Bolingbrook, IL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Bolingbrook, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.3%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Bachelor's Degree
10.2%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.1%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

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