Equipment Operator Jobs in Illinois

Equipment Operator jobs in Illinois are open across Carol Stream, Nashville, and Pleasant Plains and other Illinois metros, with employers like Del Norte Harvesting, Owens & Minor, and Clean Harbors hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles165+
Top employerDel Norte Harvesting
Top cityCarol Stream, IL
Cities hiring127
Work type100% On-site
Top industryAgriculture

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Clean Harbors
Equipment Operator
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Clean Harbors
Added 2d ago
Equipment Operator
Clean Harbors
Dolton, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
$15 - $36/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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AGCO Corporation
Equipment Operator
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AGCO Corporation
Added 2d ago
Equipment Operator
AGCO Corporation
Batavia, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Warehouse Operations
Logistics & Inventory
$26 - $31/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Clean Harbors
Class A CDL Equipment Operator
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Clean Harbors
Added 3d ago
Class A CDL Equipment Operator
Clean Harbors
Urbana, Illinois
Procurement & Supply Chain
Logistics & Fleet Management
$15 - $41/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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AGCO Corporation
Equipment Operator
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AGCO Corporation
Added 1w ago
Equipment Operator
AGCO Corporation
Batavia, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Warehouse Operations
Logistics & Inventory
$26 - $31/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Republic Services
Heavy Equipment Operator
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Republic Services
Added 1w ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
Republic Services
Mount Vernon, Illinois
Construction
Heavy Equipment Operator
Construction Labor
$20 - $28/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Equipment Operator Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Carol Stream
5 jobs
Nashville
4 jobs
Pleasant Plains
4 jobs
Astoria
3 jobs
Pana
3 jobs
Pawnee
3 jobs
Aledo
2 jobs
Batavia
2 jobs
Cabery
2 jobs

Equipment Operator Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Del Norte Harvesting
    Del Norte Harvesting7
  • Owens & Minor
    Owens & Minor5
  • Clean Harbors
    Clean Harbors4
  • B And J Lehman Farms
    B And J Lehman Farms3
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Top Industries Hiring

  • Agriculture & Farming38
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Distribution & Wholesale4
  • Manufacturing4
  • Waste Management & Environmental Services3

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in equipment operator jobs across Illinois.

  • Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A or B for relevant equipment
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification
  • Proven operating experience with heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, or bulldozers
  • Ability to read grade stakes, blueprints, and site plans
  • Physical ability to work outdoors in varied weather and terrain conditions
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent

Equipment Operator Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many equipment operator jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 165+ equipment operator openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Carol Stream, Nashville, and Pleasant Plains. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

Which Illinois cities have the most equipment operator jobs?

Carol Stream, Nashville, and Pleasant Plains have the most equipment operator openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire equipment operators in Illinois?

Employers hiring equipment operators in Illinois include Del Norte Harvesting, Owens & Minor, and Clean Harbors, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote equipment operator jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 0% of equipment operator openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for equipment operator jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to equipment operator jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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