Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Pelham, AL

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the landscaping industry operates large machinery used in the construction and maintenance of landscapes. Their duties may include grading terrain, hauling materials, digging holes for planting, and other tasks where heavy machinery is needed. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of equipment, typically including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes. They also perform routine inspections and maintenance on the machinery, ensuring it is in good working condition.

Important skills for a Heavy Equipment Operator include mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. A high school diploma is usually required, along with a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a certification in heavy equipment operations. This certification can be obtained through trade schools or community colleges. Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer or a Landscape Worker, which provide relevant experiences like operating smaller machinery, understanding of landscape designs and plans, and familiarity with the industry's safety requirements.

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Loader Operator

  • Calera, AL (13 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Calera, AL (13 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 2 hours ago

Job ID: 510214 Conrad Yelvington Distributors, a CRH company, supplies and distributes aggregate materials such as granite, river gravel, limestone, natural sand, and more. This rail served...

Forklift Operator

  • Pelham, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Pelham, AL
  • 4 days ago

Our client, a leading manufacturer, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the operations team supporting the production team. The ideal...

Forklift Operator II 3rd shift

  • Birmingham, AL (14 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (14 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 4 days ago

Employment Type: Hourly Shift: Third Work Arrangement: Onsite Position Summary: Forklift Operator II is a forklift operator who is cross trained in all functional areas and duty assignments...

Asphalt Paver Operator- Birmingham, AL

  • Tarrant, AL (20 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tarrant, AL (20 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 4 days ago

Asphalt Paver Operator- Birmingham, AL at Oldcastle Asphalt Paver Operator- Birmingham, AL at Oldcastle in Tarrant, Alabama Posted in Other 2 days ago. Job Description: APAC-AL, Inc., part of...

Forklift Operator Stock Yards Birmingham AL

  • Birmingham, AL (14 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (14 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 5 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE Operate an industrial forklift to perform...

WAREHOUSE FORKLIFT OPERATOR in Bessemer, AL

  • Bessemer, AL (12 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (12 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator/Cargo Handler/Dock Worker in Bessemer, Alabama Warehouse positions pay each week Hourly Pay: $17.51 per...

Forklift Operator, Let Down

  • Calera, AL (13 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Calera, AL (13 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 5 days ago

This is an Operations position responsible for stocking received merchandise in the appropriate location, operating and maintaining equipment associated with warehouse activity and performing...

Forklift Operator

  • Hoover, AL (7 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hoover, AL (7 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 6 days ago

$1500 Employee Referral Bonus West Fraser Maplesville, Alabama is looking to bring on a full-time, safety-focused, energized Forklift Operator for our Kiln Department. What you will do:...

Forklift Operator - Hiring Now!

  • Saginaw, AL (6 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saginaw, AL (6 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 6 days ago

$1500 Employee Referral Bonus West Fraser Maplesville, Alabama is looking to bring on a full-time, safety-focused, energized Forklift Operator for our Kiln Department. What you will do:...

Forklift Operator - Immediate Opening

  • Pelham, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Pelham, AL
  • 7 days ago

Company: US0046 Sysco Central Alabama, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 35040 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range...

Forklift Operator, Let Down

  • Helena, AL (9 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Helena, AL (9 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Company: US0046 Sysco Central Alabama, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 35040 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range...

Forklift Operator

  • Sterrett, AL (14 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sterrett, AL (14 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the operations team supporting efficient...

NCCCO Certified Crane Operator in Birmingham, AL

  • Birmingham, AL (14 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (14 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Thalle Construction Co. Inc. (“Thalle”) is seeking a NCCCO Certified Crane Operator. This position is located in Birmingham, Alabama. Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil...

Forklift Operator - Full-Time

  • Bessemer, AL (11 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (11 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 11 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Forklift Operator PT

  • Birmingham, AL (14 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (14 miles from Pelham, AL)
  • 11 days ago

Id : 30127, Title : Forklift Operator PT, Category : Freight Handling, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...572, ExternalPostedStartDate : null, JobLevel : null,...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Pelham, AL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Pelham, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.1%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.4%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Pelham, AL
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%


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