Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Marion, AR

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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Forklift Operator II

  • West Memphis, AR (7 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 13 hours ago
  • West Memphis, AR (7 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 13 hours ago

Requisition ID: 228191 Posting Locations: West Memphis Pay Range: $18.00 - $19.38, depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly Click here to view a Day in the Life of our Teammates! Work...

Material Handler Forklift Operator

  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 1 day ago

Material Handler - Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 17.25 - $ 18.75 / Hour location_on Southaven, Mississippi work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link...

$20/HR. MTN - Forklift Operator Needed 07/01/25

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 1 day ago

un ***$20/HR. MTN - Forklift Operator Needed 07/01/25*** (Memphis) compensation: $20 PER HOUR Looking for a forklift operator to assist with unloading product from a trailer. We will be throwing...

CIL Forklift Operator-2

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 2 days ago

Performs various duties in a warehouse management system to receive and ship product and process customer returns. Responsible for performing routine and some non-routine warehouse tasks including...

Forklift Operator

  • West Memphis, AR (7 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR (7 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 3 days ago

Primary Responsibility: Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not...

DC Forklift Operator - Inbound

  • Horn Lake, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Horn Lake, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 9 days ago

Operate fork trucks in a safe, efficient, and effective manner while unloading trucks and moving freight within the DC. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Responsible for moving incoming merchandise from...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 9 days ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Forklift Operator (2nd Shift)

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 13 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 13 days ago

Company Description At EVERSANA, we are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work across the globe. Were fueled by our vision to create a healthier world. How? Our global team of more than...

Flex Forces - Loader Operator - 022

  • West Memphis, AR (7 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR (7 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 14 days ago

Copart, Inc. a technology leader and the premier online vehicle auction platform globally, with over 200 facilities located across the world, Copart links vehicle sellers to more than 750,000...

Forklift Operator

  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 14 days ago

Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 22 / Hour location_on Southaven, Mississippi work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Experienced Forklift Drivers...

Forklift Operator

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 14 days ago

Job Summary: Forklift operators will be responsible for loading and unloading truck, delivering pallets to work stations and moving pallets around warehouse. Accurate counts and records must be...

Warehouse Associate- Forklift Operator

  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 17 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 17 days ago

As a Warehouse Associate, you'll play a key role in our Logistics Center in a variety of ways, helping us to assure that our customers are getting their product in a timely, efficient manner. In...

Crane Operator, MMS, Memphis, TN.

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 20 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 20 days ago

Crane Operator, MMS, Memphis, TN. EDW C Levy $23-$29/HR, based on experience.Plus $2/HR Shift Differential for Nights tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Tennessee, Memphis 3601 Riverport...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 21 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 21 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a stand up forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Crane Operator

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 21 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 21 days ago

Division OmniSource Responsibilities Operate hydraulic crane to identify and cut metals, and load into trucks and railcars Upgrade material when possible Feed baler Maintain a clean work area...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Marion, AR

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Marion, AR offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.3%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Marion, AR
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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