Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Oak View, CA

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.

1-4 of 4 Jobs

Forklift Operator

  • Oxnard, CA (14 miles from Oak View, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Oxnard, CA (14 miles from Oak View, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Payrate ranges from $18-22 per hour Position Summary: We are looking for a dependable and experienced Forklift Operator to support warehouse and logistics operations. This position is responsible...

Forklift Operator And Material Handler

  • Santa Barbara, CA (23 miles from Oak View, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (23 miles from Oak View, CA)
  • 9 days ago

If you need work ASAP and have Forklift or Warehouse or Shipping/Receiving experience then this is the position for you! A popular company in Santa Barbara i s looking for a Forklift Operators,...

Forklift Operator/Material Handler (2nd shift)

  • Camarillo, CA (17 miles from Oak View, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Camarillo, CA (17 miles from Oak View, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Our client, a packaging facility in Camarillo, CA is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. MUST BE FORKLIFT CERTIFIED!! Job Title: Forklift Operator (Sit down/Stand up/Reach) Location:...

Ready Mix Loader Operator

  • Oxnard, CA (14 miles from Oak View, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oxnard, CA (14 miles from Oak View, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

The Ready-Mix Loader Operator is responsible for operating equipment commonly found necessary for the proper maintenance of a ready-mix plant. Equipment operated will include loader, water truck,...

Demographic Data for Oak View, CA

Moving to Oak View, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Oak View, CA below.


Local
National
6,172
116
Medium/Sm

Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLandscaping curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Heavy Equipment Operator Certification
Heavy Equipment Operator Course: Excavator & Skid Steer CertificationOur comprehensive Heavy Equipment Operator Course offers online training and expert instruction on two essential pieces of...
Construction: Heavy Equipment Awareness
Working with or around heavy equipment is unavoidable on most construction sites. That's why it's important that you have an awareness of what's happening around you at all times, so you can react...
Heavy Metal 101
This is not a metallurgy class! Learn everything you ever wanted to know about heavy metal music. Topics of this video lecture series include musicology, history, metal culture, music theory,...

Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Oak View, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLandscaping research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Oak View, CA 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 Oak View, CA
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills