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Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator Jobs in Modesto, CA

American Wood Fibers

Log Yard Operator - 1st Shift

Jamestown, CA · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

LOADER/KNUCKLE BOOM/HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR * Safely operate industrial equipment including: articulated wheel loader, knuckle boom, and skid steer * Clean and maintain the machine with regular ...

Teichert

Hot Plant/Crusher Operator

Winton, CA · On-site

$31.65 - $37.98/hr

Rock plant operator - Includes operating various controls within the rock plant to control the ... Wheel Loader, Excavator, Utility Truck, Tractor, Skid Steer, Dozer, Telescopic Handler Forklift ...

CJ Logistics

Temp - Forklift Operator - Shift A

Stockton, CA · On-site

$20.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you ready to take the wheel of your future and join a team that values safety, precision, and ... Safely maneuver forklifts to make sure products are perfectly loaded, unloaded, picked, and stored.

CJ Logistics

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

Stockton, CA

$20.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you ready to take the wheel of your future and join a team that values safety, precision, and ... Safely maneuver forklifts to make sure products are perfectly loaded, unloaded, picked, and stored.

CJ Logistics

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Stockton, CA · On-site

$20.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you ready to take the wheel of your future and join a team that values safety, precision, and ... Safely maneuver forklifts to make sure products are perfectly loaded, unloaded, picked, and stored.

CJ Logistics

Forklift Operator - WE Multiple Shifts

Stockton, CA · On-site

$20.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you ready to take the wheel of your future and join a team that values safety, precision, and ... Safely maneuver forklifts to make sure products are perfectly loaded, unloaded, picked, and stored.

CJ Logistics

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

Stockton, CA · On-site

$20.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you ready to take the wheel of your future and join a team that values safety, precision, and ... Conduct outbound load audit s, correct labels and count discrepancies * Keep the warehouse moving ...

CJ Logistics

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

Stockton, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you ready to take the wheel of your future and join a team that values safety, precision, and ... Conduct outbound load audit s, correct labels and count discrepancies * Keep the warehouse moving ...

CJ Logistics

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Stockton, CA · On-site

$20.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you ready to take the wheel of your future and join a team that values safety, precision, and ... Conduct outbound load audit s, correct labels and count discrepancies * Keep the warehouse moving ...

CJ Logistics

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Stockton, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you ready to take the wheel of your future and join a team that values safety, precision, and ... Conduct outbound load audit s, correct labels and count discrepancies * Keep the warehouse moving ...

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How much do entry level wheel loader operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level wheel loader operator in Modesto, CA is $20.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.97 and $22.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator vs Equipment Operator?

AspectEntry Level Wheel Loader OperatorEquipment Operator
CertificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, mining, material handlingConstruction, industrial, mining, and transportation settings
Job DutiesOperate wheel loaders for loading, moving materialsOperate various heavy machinery including loaders, excavators

Both roles require safety certifications and involve working in construction or industrial environments. The main difference is that an Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator specializes in operating wheel loaders specifically, while an Equipment Operator may handle a variety of heavy machinery. The choice depends on the specific equipment and tasks involved in the job.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator job openings in Modesto, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,645 per year, or $20 per hour.

Log Yard (Heavy Equipment) Operator- 1st Shift

American Wood Fibers, Inc

Jamestown, CA • On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

American Wood Fibers rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 1st Shift Log Yard (Heavy Equipment) Operator role in our Jamestown, CA facility.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. PRODUCTION
  • Work closely with other shavers to keep production of wood shavings on track to meet shift goals
  • Must keep shavers operational and at their best efficiency at all times – includes filling up the shaver boxes, monitoring equipment, and effectively moving logs around the log yard
  • Cut logs to specifications and maintain an orderly yard for inventory counts
  • Evaluate logs before unloading from freight shipments
  • Monitor the quality of the shavings being produced.
  • Uphold and obey all warnings and safety precautions used in the plant
  1. LOADER/KNUCKLE BOOM/HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
  • Safely operate industrial equipment including: articulated wheel loader, knuckle boom, and skid steer
  • Clean and maintain the machine with regular greasing and cleaning of all necessary systems
  • Coordinate with truck drivers in the yard to maintain a path in and out of the plant, while keeping everyone safe and out of harm’s way
  • Responsible for the movement of wood – logs throughout the log yard
  • Must be able to safely operate around people and other machinery
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions
  1. SAFETY
  • Participates in monthly safety meetings.
  • Uses required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Participates in necessary training sessions and achieves satisfactory results on required tests.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or GED

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop
  • Previous mobile equipment, forklift, required

EXPERIENCE

Industrial Machine Operating: 1 Year (Preferred)

BENEFITS

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

COMPENSATION

$20.00 - $24.00 per hour

LOCATION

  • On-site, one location – Jamestown, CA

Monday-Friday

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