Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Woodland, 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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Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Vacaville, CA (23 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Vacaville, CA (23 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

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

Evening Shift Excavator Operator

  • Davis, CA (9 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Davis, CA (9 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Loader Operator II

  • Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

About Us IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company (NYSE: RBA) and (TSX: RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial...

Forklift Operator (Part-Time) - FAC Shift

  • Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 4 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 - Part Time

  • Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Operators should be skilled with excellent attention to detail. As a forklift Operator, you are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for...

Forklift Operator

  • Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are looking for a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team. The primary responsibility will be operating an order picker to pull doors throughout the night....

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the...

Evening Shift Yard Loader Operator

  • Davis, CA (9 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Davis, CA (9 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Arbuckle, CA

  • Arbuckle, CA (24 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Arbuckle, CA (24 miles from Woodland, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Arbuckle, CA This is an hourly position Position Summary: This position offers an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Forklift Operator in Packaging department of...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Woodland, 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 Woodland, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.3%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Some High School
3.6%
Master's Degree
2.7%
Some College
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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