Top 37 Equipment operator Jobs in Elkhart In

Heavy Equipment Operator
The City of Elkhart —Elkhart, IN
- $28.11 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Great Lakes Forest Products, Inc. —Elkhart, IN
- From $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Directional Drill Operator
Modus Utility Group —Indiana
- $27 - $32 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Equipment / Quarry Operator
Amrize —Niles, MI
- Overtime
- Basic math
- English
- US work authorization
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
6d
Heavy Equipment Operator I - Organic Resources - FT
City of South Bend —South Bend, IN
- From $23.60 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Writing skills
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Machine Operator
Hubbell Incorporated —South Bend, IN
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Commercial
Equipment Operators
Team Fishel —South Bend, IN
- Call employer
- Bilingual
- Construction site
- CDL A
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
Equipment Operator II - Streets - FT
City of South Bend —South Bend, IN
- From $21.89 an hour
- Overtime
- CDL B
- Background check
- 18 years or older
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Construction & Maintenance I
City of South Bend —South Bend, IN
- From $23.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
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1st Shift Crane Operator
OmniSource —Goshen, IN
- Full-time
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Group 2 Equipment Operator
St. Joseph County, IN —South Bend, IN
- $18.75 an hour
- Mid-level
- Outdoor work
Production Crane Operator - 3rd Shift
BONNELL ALUMINUM —Elkhart, IN
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Cleaning
Utilities Operator B | Power Plant
University of Notre Dame —Notre Dame, IN
- From $24.13 an hour
- Overtime
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Machine Operator 1 - SPS
Loram Maintenance of Way —Elkhart, IN
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Paid time off
CDL Class A-B Driver & Equipment Operator
INSERV, Inc. —Mishawaka, IN
- $26 - $33 an hour
- Overtime
- CDL B
- Customer service
- Local
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Godfrey Marine - Woodshop CNC Operator 1 - Plant 8
Highwater Marine, LLC/Pontoon Boat, LLC —Elkhart, IN
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Computer literacy
- Forklift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Driller/Exploration Team Member III
Terracon —Niles, MI
- CDL B
- DOT physical examination
- CDL A
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Driller/Exploration Team Member IV
Terracon —Niles, MI
- CDL B
- DOT physical examination
- CDL A
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Driller/Exploration Team Member V
Terracon —Niles, MI
- CDL B
- DOT physical examination
- CDL A
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Directional Drill Operator (HDD Operator)
Team Fishel —South Bend, IN
- Call employer
- Bilingual
- Construction site
- CDL A
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program

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Heavy Equipment Operator

The City of Elkhart -
Elkhart, IN

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Job Details

Full-time
$28.11 an hour
3 hours ago

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Backflow prevention
CDL
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

CITY OF ELKHART – JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT

Public Buildings & Grounds

POSITION

Heavy Equipment Operator

DIVISION

Building Maintenance

STATUS

Full-time

CATEGORY

Hourly, AFSCME PG 8, $28.11

FLSA

Non-exempt

REPORTS TO

Public Buildings & Grounds Department Head

DATE

2026

JOB SUMMARY

The Heavy Equipment Operator performs skilled work in general building maintenance, construction, carpentry, facility repair, equipment operation, and irrigation system management for City-owned properties and facilities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safely operate, maintain, and train other employees on the proper use of assigned heavy equipment and related tools.
Perform a wide range of building repair and maintenance tasks, including carpentry and construction-related work.
Request, procure, and manage needed inventory, tools, parts, materials, and supplies.
Maintain all City-owned irrigation systems, water fountains, and drinking fountains.
Maintain and test all backflow prevention devices that are the responsibility of the Buildings & Grounds Department.
Assist at Water Facilities and Ice Park as operationally needed.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain equipment and tools.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Perform other maintenance duties as may be assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Technical or trade school training in a relevant field preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in construction and/or building repair and maintenance.
Must possess, or obtain, a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) as required by the Indiana Department of Transportation within probationary period.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Must obtain Backflow Prevention Certification within probationary period.
Must obtain Pool Operator Certification within probationary period.
Working knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment used in construction and building maintenance.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply blueprints and technical diagrams.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
Ability to train and lead other employees in equipment operation and safety protocols.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND VISUAL SKILLS

Must be able to regularly lift up to 100 pounds and maneuver up to 200 pounds.
Must be able to work outdoors year-round in varying weather and environmental conditions.
Must be able to safely work with potentially hazardous equipment and tools.
Must be able to work in confined spaces and at heights up to 40 feet above ground.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work outside year- round. Temperature extremes are: summer 95+ degrees and winter -10 degrees. There is exposure to dirt, dust, snow, rain, and noise, equipment movement and vibrations, hazardous chemicals and electrical shock.

POST OFFER TESTING REQUIRED

The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace. Therefore, successfully passing a post offer drug screen is required (random drug testing may be conducted after employment).
Background checks producing acceptable BMV and criminal history reports required.

POLICY STATEMENT

The incumbent is required to possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities, and the physical, mental, and visual skills described in this job description to perform the principal duties, responsibilities and essential job functions.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and “other” duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

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