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Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator Jobs in Modesto, CA

Nucor

Rebar Fabricator-Lathrop

Lathrop, CA · On-site

$17.10/hr

An entry level production worker at Nucor Rebar Fabrication will bend, cut, bundle and load ... over Due to the operating conditions of the position, this is a safety sensitive position ...

Haidlen Ford

Tow Truck Driver

Oakdale, CA · On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

Safely load, secure, and transport vehicles using flatbed or wheel-lift tow trucks. * Provide ... Proven experience operating tow trucks or providing roadside assistance. * Working knowledge of ...

Haidlen Ford

Tow Truck Driver

Oakdale, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $18/hr

Safely load, secure, and transport vehicles using flatbed or wheel-lift tow trucks. * Provide ... Proven experience operating tow trucks or providing roadside assistance. * Working knowledge of ...

Haidlen Ford

Tow Truck Driver

Oakdale, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $18/hr

Safely load, secure, and transport vehicles using flatbed or wheel-lift tow trucks. * Provide ... Proven experience operating tow trucks or providing roadside assistance. * Working knowledge of ...

Donaghy Sales LLC

Sales Assistant

Stockton, CA · On-site

Founded in 1969, Donaghy Sales is family owned and operated, and has served Central California for ... Able to understand and read invoices, load sheets, job orders installation and setup instructions

Donaghy Sales LLC

Sales Assistant

Stockton, CA · On-site

Founded in 1969, Donaghy Sales is family owned and operated, and has served Central California for ... Able to understand and read invoices, load sheets, job orders installation and setup instructions

Albertsons

CDL A Truck Driver

Tracy, CA

$32.74/hr

Able to operate an 18-wheel tractor / trailer to deliver and pick up products from the stores ... jacks, load bars, and other devices which assist in delivery. Operating vehicle safely while ...

BBSI- Modesto

Tow Truck Driver

Oakdale, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $25.35/hr

... Safely load, secure, and transport vehicles using flatbed or wheel-lift tow trucks. · Provide ... operating tow trucks or providing roadside assistance. · Working knowledge of vehicle loading ...

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

As of Sep 12, 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 September 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.

Rebar Fabricator-Lathrop

Lathrop, CA • On-site

Nucor
Primary Metal Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$17.10/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Nucor rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 139 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Details

Division: Nucor Rebar Fabrication Southwest

Location: Lathrop, CA, United States  

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Compensation Data:

Starting Hourly Rate: $17.10
Weekly Production Bonus
A chance to grow your career with a stable company owned by Nucor, North America's largest steel producer
A full benefits package, including Medical/Dental/Vision insurance; Vacation Days; Holidays; 401K; Nucor stock purchase program; Tuition reimbursement; Scholarship Program for dependents of employees

What You'll Do:

An entry level production worker at Nucor Rebar Fabrication will bend, cut, bundle and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer's orders. You'll work with a mentor who will train you on safely using all machinery

Responsibilities:
Unload trailers and store material in storage bins.
Operate a shearing machine or a power saw to cut reinforcing steel bars to specific lengths.
Operate a bending machine to bend reinforcing steel bars to specified shape.
Operate overhead crane to move, assemble and select material to be fabricated or shipped.
Assemble and load orders onto trailers for shipping.
Operate a spray gun in the application of epoxy touch up or reinforcing steel bars.
Maintain the shop or designated area in a clean and safe manner.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
Must be age 18 or over
Due to the operating conditions of the position, this is a safety sensitive position, therefore you must pass a drug test, including THC
Must be able to work overtime when required

Detailed Selection Criteria:

Controlling Machines and Processes - read and comprehend basic safety and operational instructions
Mathematics - Knowledge of basic math for accurate bar measurements.
Occupational Safety - Using knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, strategies, and judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws and regulations to promote standards as well as working to continuously improve processes to ensure safety of all individuals.
Accountability - Displays responsibility with work habits and has the ability to hold others accountable for desired results.
Dependability - Being reliable, responsible, and committed to fulfilling obligations.
Teamwork - Working as part of a coordinated effort with others to achieve a common goal.

Preferences:

Able to read and comprehend basic safety and operational instructions
Able to perform basic math for accurate bar measurements

Physical Demands:

Some heavy lifting may be necessary
Working conditions can be noisy/ dusty/ hot/ cold

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace

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Nucor Corporation is an American producer of steel and related products based in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is the largest steel producer in the United States, the largest "mini-mill" steelmaker (i.e. it uses electric arc furnaces to melt scrap steel as opposed to blast furnaces to melt iron), and the biggest recycler of scrap in North America. As of 2021, Nucor was the 15th-largest steel producer in the world.

Industry

Primary metal manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1905

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