Motor Grader Operator Jobs in Illinois

Motor Grader Operator jobs in Illinois are open across St. Charles, Chicago, and Hoffman Estates and other Illinois metros, with employers like Nidec Motor Corporation, Hyundai Motor Company, and Lucid Motors hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles29+
Top employerNidec Motor Corporation
Top citySt. Charles, IL
Cities hiring9
Work type100% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Nidec Motor Corporation
Production Machine Operator - 2nd Shift ($17/hr)
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Production Machine Operator - 2nd Shift ($17/hr)
Nidec Motor Corporation
St. Charles, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Factory & Production Work
$35k/yr
On-Site
High School

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Nidec Motor Corporation
CNC Machinist - Engineering Lab
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Nidec Motor Corporation
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CNC Machinist - Engineering Lab
Nidec Motor Corporation
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
Quality Control
CNC Operator
On-Site
High School

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Northwestern University
Stroke and Spinal Cord Injury Motor Control Scientist
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Northwestern University
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Stroke and Spinal Cord Injury Motor Control Scientist
Northwestern University
Chicago, Illinois
Research & Academia
Laboratory Research
On-Site
Doctorate

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Northwestern University
Stroke and Spinal Cord Injury Motor Control Scientist
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Northwestern University
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Stroke and Spinal Cord Injury Motor Control Scientist
Northwestern University
Chicago, Illinois
Research & Academia
Laboratory Research
On-Site
Doctorate

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Lucid Motors
Delivery Associate
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Lucid Motors
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Delivery Associate
Lucid Motors
Chicago, Illinois
Customer Service & Support
Sales
$26 - $36/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Motor Grader Operator Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Charles
8 jobs
Chicago
7 jobs
Hoffman Estates
5 jobs
Moline
3 jobs
Urbana
2 jobs
Elburn
1 jobs
Joliet
1 jobs
Lake in the Hills
1 jobs
Oak Brook
1 jobs

Motor Grader Operator Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • Nidec Motor Corporation
    Nidec Motor Corporation15
  • Hyundai Motor Company
    Hyundai Motor Company5
  • Lucid Motors
    Lucid Motors3
  • Ford Motor Company
    Ford Motor Company2
  • Northwestern University
    Northwestern University2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing15
  • Automotive6
  • Energy5
  • Education2
  • Trucking1

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Valid commercial driver's license (CDL), typically Class A or Class B
  • Proven experience operating a motor grader on road construction or site grading projects
  • Ability to read and interpret grade stakes, blueprints, and survey stakes
  • Experience with GPS or laser-guided blade control systems such as Trimble or Topcon
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification
  • Ability to perform daily pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections and basic maintenance

Motor Grader Operator Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many motor grader operator jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 29+ motor grader operator openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in St. Charles, Chicago, and Hoffman Estates. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do motor grader operators make in Illinois?

Motor grader operators in Illinois earn a median of about $97,740 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,770 for the lowest 10% to over $123,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most motor grader operator jobs?

St. Charles, Chicago, and Hoffman Estates have the most motor grader operator openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire motor grader operators in Illinois?

Employers hiring motor grader operators in Illinois include Nidec Motor Corporation, Hyundai Motor Company, and Lucid Motors, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote motor grader operator jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 0% of motor grader 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 motor grader operator jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to motor grader 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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