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Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator Jobs in Naperville, IL

Heavy Equipment Operator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$24 - $29.50/hr

You'll run Sennebogen material handlers, wheel loaders, conveyors, blending systems, pneumatic ... Sennebogen material handlers What You Need High school diploma or equivalent 2+ years operating ...

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This is an entry-level position within the Operations Department. Utility Operators are responsible for operating tractor trailers and/or front-end loaders to support petcoke handling activities. The ...

... an entry level position within our distribution department at our bakeries. They are responsible ... Load trucks and routes with proper amount of each variety. * Have knowledge of where products are ...

Forklift Operator

Cicero, IL · On-site

$24.30/hr

... an entry level position within our distribution department at our bakeries. They are responsible ... Load trucks and routes with proper amount of each variety. * Have knowledge of where products are ...

Forklift Operator

Cicero, IL · On-site

$24.30/hr

... an entry level position within our distribution department at our bakeries. They are responsible ... Load trucks and routes with proper amount of each variety. * Have knowledge of where products are ...

Forklift Operator

Cicero, IL · On-site

$24.30/hr

... an entry level position within our distribution department at our bakeries. They are responsible ... Load trucks and routes with proper amount of each variety. Have knowledge of where products are ...

Forklift Operator

Cicero, IL · On-site

$24.30/hr

... an entry level position within our distribution department at our bakeries. They are responsible ... Load trucks and routes with proper amount of each variety. * Have knowledge of where products are ...

Forklift Operator

Cicero, IL · On-site

$24.30/hr

... an entry level position within our distribution department at our bakeries. They are responsible ... Load trucks and routes with proper amount of each variety.Have knowledge of where products are ...

Forklift Operator

Cicero, IL · On-site

$24.30/hr

... an entry level position within our distribution department at our bakeries. They are responsible ... Load trucks and routes with proper amount of each variety. * Have knowledge of where products are ...

... move heavy loads on wheels. Starting Wage: $19.00 We offer a 2nd shift differential of $2.00 per hour and 3rd shift differential of $3.00 per hour The actual base pay offered to the successful ...

Machine Operator

Elgin, IL · On-site

$19/hr

Operate CNC Machines used in the production of automotive wheel bearings Start up and shut down ... information May load and unload parts on machine Starting Wage: $19.00 We offer a 2nd shift ...

Forklift Driver

Downers Grove, IL · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Superior Staffing is seeking for a Reach Forklift Operator for a company located at Downers Grove ... Toyota Model # 8BDRU15 Load Capacity 3000lbs Toyota Model # 8FBE18U Sit Down 3 Wheel Electric Fork ...

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

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level wheel loader operator in Naperville, IL is $18.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.06 and $21.35 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.

What are the most commonly searched types of Wheel Loader Operator jobs in Naperville, IL?

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What cities near Naperville, IL are hiring for Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator jobs?

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator job openings in Naperville, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, 52% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,415 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Midwest Salt

Chicago, IL • On-site

$24 - $29.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Vessels come in loaded with salt. You unload them, stockpile the product, blend it, and get it out the door to customers before the first snow flies.

You'll run Sennebogen material handlers, wheel loaders, conveyors, blending systems, pneumatic hoppers, and field unloaders. If you haven't run all of it yet, we'll train you. Grit One is a new operation, so the people here now are the ones setting how the work gets done.

What You'll Do
Run heavy equipment safely and within spec
Hit production targets and keep product moving
Follow care and maintenance instructions so the equipment stays running
Cover other roles when teammates are out
Own your numbers and know where you stand
Speak up when you see a safer or better way to do something

Equipment You'll Operate

    • Wheel loader
    • Wheel Bobcat
    • Material loader
    • Pneumatic and other hoppers
    • Blending system
    • Conveyors
    • Field unloader
    • Sennebogen material handlers

    What You Need
    High school diploma or equivalent
    2+ years operating heavy equipment
    Reliable transportation to our port facility

    Pay and Benefits
    $2429.50/hour, plus overtime
    Medical, dental, and vision coverage
    401(k)
    Vacation and PTO
    Paid holidays
    Real advancement as the port operation scales

    About Grit One
    Grit One is Midwest Salt with a port address. We're the bulk salt production and storage facility at the Port of Chicago, where vessels unload, product gets stockpiled, and supply moves fast to customers who count on us.
    We're still building this operation, which means every person on this team has a real hand in shaping what it becomes.