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Equipment Operator Jobs in California

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Santa Barbara, CA29 days ago

$26.22–$28.90 Per Hour
Full-time
Employee

Under supervision, operates specialized medium to heavy power grounds and related equipment in the maintenance and operation of the Campus Grounds, road and bikeway systems. • Knowledge of safe operation procedures for medium and heavy grounds equipment, including mowers, tractors, sweepers, dump trucks, and landscaping attachments.

Pomona, CA8 days ago

$22–$30 Per Hour

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Lompoc, CA8 days ago

$20.52–$30.14

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum.

Napa, CA8 days ago

$31–$39 Per Hour

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NAWS China Lake, CA2 days ago

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate vehicles and office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. Inspects and maintains vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, and brakes in order to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition.

Santa Fe Springs, CA8 days ago

$25–$34 Per Hour

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Garden Grove, CA7 days ago

$20–$35 Per Hour

With a focus on overcoming the unique challenges of low-volume runs, our reputation is built on our ability to respond quickly and effectively to complex production and cost challenges, ensuring sustainable growth and excellence in industrial manufacturing. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

Morongo Valley, CA8 days ago

$44–$61 Per Hour

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Chatsworth, CA8 days ago

$35–$40 Per Hour

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Santa Fe Springs, CAToday

$23–$32 Per Hour

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Long Beach, California7 days ago

SNF is a specialty chemical group whose products, water-soluble polymers, contribute to treating, recycling, preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.

Calipatria, CA30 days ago

$0–$30.55 Per Hour

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); demonstrated knowledge of power plant operation and outside operator job skills; or equivalent education and experience. Record notes and communicates pertinent data, observations, and trends regarding normal and transient operation to the Control Operator and shift relief.

Irwindale, CA22 days ago

As the largest wire manufacturer in the western United States, our impressive range of products are used in a wide variety of fields, including agriculture, construction, transportation, communications and industrial applications. Use basic processes to set up, adjust, and operate assigned machines and auxiliary equipment to produce wire and wire products.

Huntington Beach, CA18 days ago

Temporary

You will operate production equipment in either the Extrusion or Conversion department, including machine setup, quality monitoring, packaging, labeling, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Success in these roles requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and effective teamwork.

Anaheim, CA30+ days ago

Temporary

Run multiple CNC drilling machines to produce precision holes in PCB panelsâsetup, load programs, align panels, inspect work, and keep equipment running smoothly. Prepare and evaluate microsections for in-process and final quality checks, including sample prep, thermal stress testing, cross-section evaluation, reporting, and traceability.

Walnut, CA30+ days ago

Temporary

Weâre looking for a hands-on CNC Lathe Operator who enjoys working with machinery, takes pride in accuracy, and thrives in a shop environment. Join a growing manufacturing team that produces precision engineered components used across multiple industries.

Torrance, CA14 days ago

$22–$24 Per Hour
Temporary

Perform general laser main, including startup / shutdown, window cleaning, nozzle centering, cleaning dust bins, replacing cutting beds, and keeping lasers and work environment clean. Perform advanced maintenance, including window changing / focal depth, external optical path cleaning and realignment, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical repair.

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Walnut, CA2 days ago

Temporary

A leading manufacturer specializing in custom electrical insulation and composite materials is seeking a Maintenance Operator to support facility and equipment upkeep across multiple locations. Key Responsibilities: Perform basic maintenance and repairs on building infrastructure and production equipment (manual and CNC).

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Merced, CA4 days ago

$22.34–$34.20 Per Hour

Physical Requirements: The essential functions of this position require the ability to: Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations. Key Responsibilities: Safety-Focused Operations: Execute flawless operations by meticulously following designated routes and schedules, while adhering to stringent safety protocols and traffic regulations.

Santa Fe Springs, CA7 days ago

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc. to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages. Please send resumes to kflores@elitestaffinginc.com and AMARQUEZ@elitestaffinginc.com and JAlves@elitestaffinginc.com and cindym@elitestaffinginc.com.

Santa Fe Springs, CA7 days ago

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc. to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages. For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

Santa Fe Springs, CA7 days ago

Please send resumes to cindym@elitestaffinginc.com and lbostic@elitelsi.com and AMARQUEZ@elitestaffinginc.com and JAlves@elitestaffinginc.com and kflores@elitestaffinginc.com. By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc. to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

Irwindale, CA22 days ago

Minimally, must have Grade 1 California Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate (RWQCB) or a Grade 1 CWEA Certificate in Collection System Maintenance, Environmental Compliance Inspection, Plant Maintenance or Industrial Waste Treatment or a California Department of Health Services Certification in Distribution (D1) or Treatment (T1. Working conditions include exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles including hazardous chemicals.

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San Diego, CA4 days ago

In addition, Accelerated provides a clear path to truck ownership through our lease-purchase program, giving drivers the opportunity to transition to owner-operator with no money down and access to well-maintained, late-model equipment. Accelerated Services LLC, established in 1999, was built with a bold vision: to become a logistics provider unequaled in the industry—powered by a dedicated team of experienced staff and professional drivers.

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El Cajon, CA2 days ago

$22–$24 Per Hour

The Machine Operator III is an expert-level production role responsible for operating 5 or more machines or highly complex, computerized production equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

Modesto, CA30+ days ago

$16.90–$26 Per Hour

Prepare and operate press units and folders for scheduled press runs, which includes reviewing press layouts and properly positioning press plates, installing color ink canisters or operating color. PrideStaff is seeking experienced Press Break Operators for a well-known manufacturing company in Escalon, CA!

Fontana, CA30+ days ago

$17.58–$24.17

The applicant who is hired will receive wages within the range that will be based on several factors, including, as applicable, criteria such as years and type of experience, relevant education, training, qualifications, certifications/licensing, skills, geographic location, performance, market considerations, seniority system, merit system, systems that measure earnings by quantity or quality of production, and business or organizational needs (such as whether the position requires regular and necessary travel). Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).

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San Diego, CA1 day ago

$19.05–$20.58

Our Cargo Handlers are responsible for loading and unloading freight on our trailers in a safe and timely manner. Safely load and unload trailers by utilizing equipment such as hand trucks/pallets jack and forklifts.

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San Diego, CA1 day ago

$19.05–$20.58

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Sunnyvale, CA1 day ago

$30.60–$30.60

other demands, the demands of the job include: •Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations. Work experience must include of the following: • Demonstrated analytic and critical thinking skills and ability to prepare to conduct investigations using audio visual tools and other programs.

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Santa Fe Springs, CAToday

$26.05–$32.04 Per Hour

Available to work a variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends. What you’ll do on a typical day: Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight.

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Los Angeles, CA4 days ago

$71,269–$97,995.70 Per Year

Position Responsibilities: Conduct equipment operator certification training and general safety training for customers and to a lesser extent, employees using various modalities; modalities will include Instructor Lead Training and Virtual Training. Some Sunbelt jobs may require driving for long periods of time, loading, and unloading heavy equipment, performing work in extreme weather conditions including rain, wind or excessive temperatures and/or night and weekend work.

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South San Francisco, CA1 day ago

$31.13–$46.69 Per Hour

Related experience may include: Long Haul Driver, Heavy Haul Driver, Lowboy Driver, Equipment Driver, Equipment Operator, Owner-Operator, Delivery Driver. This role will generally drive a Class A truck hauling equipmenton on a flatbed (dovetail) or RGN (lowboy) trailer in a variety of conditions, including urban, suburban, rural settings.

San Jose, CA24 days ago

$92,747.20–$130,124.80 Per Year
Full-time

The San José - Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility (RWF) is one of the largest advanced wastewater treatment facilities in the nation and treats water from homes and businesses in the cities of San José, Santa Clara, Milpitas, Campbell, Cupertino, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Saratoga, and unincorporated areas within Santa Clara County. Experience: One (1) year experience as a Wastewater Operator II with the City of San José or two (2) years’ experience at a Wastewater treatment facility with similar processes while holding a valid SWRCB Wastewater Grade II or higher license.

Redlands, CA28 days ago

$19.50–$19.50 Per Hour

Electric Pallet Jack Operator Requirements: · One (1) year recent Electric Pallet Jack warehouse experience or related experience and/or training. Electric Pallet Jack Operator Primary Job Responsibilities: Uses a variety of equipment such as Electric Pallet Jack, and conveyers to move materials throughout the warehouse.

Novato, CA14 days ago

$24–$25 Per Hour

WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. As a Heavy Equipment Operator I you'll be responsible for operating heavy equipment like bulldozers, scrapers & front-end loaders - this role is vital to the work we do, so your work will be recognized and valued for the impact it has on our operation.

Gilroy, CA30+ days ago

WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. As a Heavy Equipment Operator II you'll be responsible for operating heavy equipment like bulldozers, scrapers & front-end loaders - this role is vital to the work we do, so your work will be recognized and valued for the impact it has on our operation.

San Diego, CA30+ days ago

$65,312–$80,142.40 Per Year

Qualifying education/experience: A valid California Class B drivers license with tank and air brake endorsements and a current medical card is required at time of appointment and both must be maintained throughout employment in this class; AND,Two (2) years of experience in the construction or repair of roadways which included the operation of motorized equipment such as motor-graders, chippers, forklifts, skid-steer loaders striping equipment, backhoes, loaders, and dump trucks of various sizes and capacities; OR,One (1) year of full-time experience as a Road Maintenance Worker with the County of San Diego. Future Salary Increases June 2026 - 5.33% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the-Board + 2.33% Market Adjustment) June 2027 - 5.23% increase to base pay (2.90% Across-the- Board + 2.33% Market Adjustment)The following additional pay incentives and premiums are available $1,250 Recruitment Bonus Additional $1,250 Bonus after successful completion of the probation periodThis hard to recruit position qualifies for the Employee Referral Reward Program.

Vallejo, CA13 days ago

$68,006.64–$82,662.53 Per Year

Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Operate heavy construction equipment such as backhoes, rollers, motor graders, boom trucks, dump trucks, 10- and 18-wheeler trucks, front end loaders, cement truck, trencher, bulldozer, and forklift for a variety of maintenance and construction operations involving streets, and water systems. I understand that the City of Vallejo Human Resources Department is not responsible for any lost or redirected emails and that it is my responsibility to add info@governmentjobs.com to my email contact list to avoid email notifications related to this examination from being classified as "spam" or "junk" mail.

Palo Alto, CA30+ days ago

$117,894.40–$144,206.40 Per Year

The Electric Heavy Equipment Operator is a journey-level position that is assigned to work with the Electric line crew with Lineperson/Cable Splicers, Electrical Assistants, Substation Electricians, and other staff while performing various maintenance tasks, including the installation and repair of the electric systems. Sufficient education, training, and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, which would typically be acquired through: Completion of High School, GED, or equivalent; and, One year of experience operating type(s) of heavy equipment used in line construction.

Sacramento County & Surrounding Areas, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

Operates several types of power construction equipment, such as motor graders, excavators, asphalt paving machines, backhoes, tractors, and scrapers, to excavate, move, spread, compact and grade earth, rock, and asphalt paving materials. • Capability to operate mid to large class excavators in order to dig mainline sewer, storm and water trenches at or above an established production rate.

Sacramento County & Surrounding Areas, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

Essential Functions: Operates several types of power construction equipment, such as motor graders, excavators, asphalt paving machines, backhoes, tractors, and scrapers, to excavate, move, spread, compact and grade earth, rock, and asphalt paving materials. Western Engineering Contractors provide initial mass grading, utility installation, finish paving, and complete pre-construction services.

Long Beach, CA30+ days ago

The Heavy Equipment Operator will operate one or more types of heavy machinery-including excavators, dozers, backhoes, compactors, articulated dump trucks, and front‑end loaders-as part of earth‑moving activities at an environmental remediation site. Primary Responsibilities IncludeOperating heavy equipment safely and efficiently with strong skill, coordination, and situational awareness.

San Marcos, CA7 days ago

$28–$30 Per Hour

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Crescent City, CA30 days ago

$4,883–$6,127

Two years of experience within the last five years (this time limitation is extended for a period equivalent to that spent in recognized military service during the last five years) in operating highway, structure, emergency service, landscape, or construction equipment. Or III Either: Three years of experience in the California Department of Transportation performing the duties of a Service Assistant (Maintenance) including training in and operation of heavy or complex maintenance or construction equipment.

Calexico, CA30+ days ago

We are seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to perform excavation, grading, and material handling on large-scale heavy civil construction projects. Experience on large-scale earthwork or infrastructure projects strongly preferred.

Simi Valley, CA13 days ago

$28–$33 Per Hour

If you are a Heavy Equipment Operator or CDL Driver and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators & CDL Drivers for projects located in the Simi Valley, CA area.

Humboldt County, CA15 days ago

$4,571–$5,710

One year of experience within the last five years (this time limitation is extended for a period equivalent to that spent in recognized military service during the last five years) in operating highway construction or maintenance equipment or in operating light trucks requiring a Class B commercial driver license. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent.

San Francisco, CA30+ days ago

Perform general construction labor tasks, including site preparation and cleanup, material handling, assisting skilled trades, using hand and power tools, and maintaining a safe, compliant work environment as needed when not operating equipment. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Fullerton, CA12 days ago

The work demands real skill: reading the property and laying down an efficient pattern, running the gutter broom against curbs and around cars & trees without damaging anything, managing water flow for dust control, working safely around residents. Our best operators often come from carpet cleaning, HVAC, plumbing, construction, public works, military equipment operation, and similar hands-on trades.

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Equipment Operator Jobs in California

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Plant Operator Indotronix International Corporation

Industrial Machine Operator - Great Benefits + $1500 Signing Bonus Davis Wire Corporation

Machine Operator Kinetic Personnel Group

Production Operators Kinetic Personnel Group

CNC Operator I Kinetic Personnel Group

CNC Operator in Torrance, CA Kinetic Personnel Group

Maintenance Operator Kinetic Personnel Group

Bus Operator Transdev

Forklift Driver/Operator Elite Staffing

Machine Operator Associate Elite Staffing

Machine Operator Elite Staffing

Wastewater Operator Davis Wire Corporation

CDL A OTR Owner Operator Accelerated Services Auto Transporters

Machine Operator III Markful

Press Break Operator PrideStaff

Machine Operator US Refresco Fontana

Forklift Operator Forward Air

Freight Handler/Forklift Operator Forward Air

SOC Operator - GRAVE Shift Securitas

Forklift Operator XPO

Safety Trainer (Los Angeles) Sunbelt Rentals

Driver - CDL A Sunbelt Rentals

Wastewater Operator I/II/III - Environmental Services Department City of San Jose Environmental Services Department

Electric Pallet Jack Operator A-Line Staffing Solutions LLC

Heavy Equipment Operator Benefits Day 1, Stable Hours, 401K Match Waste Management Inc

Heavy Equipment Operator II Waste Management Inc

Heavy Equipment Operator-Closed Landfills-26603503CL County Of San Diego

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Electric Heavy Equipment Operator City of Palo Alto Utilities

Heavy Equipment Operator/Mainline Digger – Underground Division Western Engineering Contractors, Inc.

Heavy Equipment Operator - Finish Grade Western Engineering Contractors, Inc.

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Heavy Equipment Operator - Water Truck Vulcan Materials Co

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Heavy Equipment Operator Gibralter Border Barriers

Heavy Equipment Operator & CDL Driver Tradesmen International, LLC

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Heavy Equipment Operator Calista Brice Holding LLC

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