How much does a Heavy Equipment Operator II make in Evanston, IL? The average Heavy Equipment Operator II salary in Evanston, IL is $52,478 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $44,697 and $61,346. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Heavy Equipment Operator II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Heavy Equipment Operator II Salary $37,614 Evanston,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Heavy Equipment Operator II Salary $44,697 Evanston,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Heavy Equipment Operator II Salary $52,478 Evanston,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Heavy Equipment Operator II Salary $61,346 Evanston,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Heavy Equipment Operator II Salary $69,420 Evanston,IL March 26, 2024
25% $44,697 10% $37,614 90% $69,420 75% $61,346 $52,478 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Heavy Equipment Operator II

Heavy Equipment Operator II operates heavy equipment or machinery, such as a tractor, bulldozer, backhoe, or excavator, for the purposes of construction, demolition, or excavation. Prepares equipment and conducts routine inspections prior to operation to ensure it is safe and in working condition. Being a Heavy Equipment Operator II identifies and addresses potential hazards and adheres to all safety protocols and regulations. May be responsible for scheduling minor repairs and conducting routine maintenance like cleaning and lubricating. Additionally, Heavy Equipment Operator II requires a high school diploma. May require State License. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Heavy Equipment Operator II works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Heavy Equipment Operator II typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Heavy Equipment Operator II

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For Heavy Equipment Operator II, the first career path typically progresses to Crane Operator, Sr..

Additionally, the second career path typically starts with a Heavy Equipment Operator III position, and then progresses to Heavy Equipment Operator IV.

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Heavy Equipment Operator II salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Heavy Equipment Operator II, the highest Heavy Equipment Operator II salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Heavy Equipment Operator II salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Heavy Equipment Operator II salary is in Miami, FL, where the Heavy Equipment Operator II salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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About Evanston, Illinois    Evanston (/ˈɛvənstən/) is a city in Cook County, Illinois, United States, 12 miles (19 km) north of downtown Chicago, bordered by Chicago to the south....More

Evanston, Illinois  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Evanston, Illinois

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