Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Truckee, 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.

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Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Floriston, CA (8 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Floriston, CA (8 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage: $22.95 - $25.45 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Forklift Operator

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Atlas Molded Products is a leading EPS manufacturer company dedicated to producing high-performance molded polystyrene for a variety of applications such as architectural - roof, wall, below...

Shipping Forklift Operator for Stead NV manufacturing facility

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Spherion Staffing Reno, NV is recruiting for Shipping Forklift Operator openings for our Fortune 500 manufacturing client in Stead, NV. Temp to hire openings M-F, 10pm-6:30am $20.82 per hour...

Snow Removal Loader Operator

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 17 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Snow Removal Operator is responsible for the operation of Caterpillar front end loaders or skid steers used for the purpose of removing snow and preparing parking operations...

Warehouse Associate & Forklift Operator

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Warehouse Associate & Forklift Operator Category:Light Industrial Location:Reno, NV 89502 Pay:$18.00 Hourly Posted:3 days ago Status:Open Description Warehouse Associate & Forklift Operator Join a...

Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 23 days ago

un Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using various types of forklifts or other power...

1st shift FORKLIFT OPERATOR

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description New Job Title: Fork Lift Operator Company: SBH Code: DC93004 Positions Reporting to this job: None Department: Distribution Centers Reports to (Title): Warehouse Supervisor or...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Truckee, 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 Truckee, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
3.2%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

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


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