Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Dupont, CO

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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Night Shift Forklift Operator

  • Aurora, CO (7 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (7 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

Forklift Operator Days

  • Aurora, CO (7 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 21 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (7 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 21 days ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

Experienced Forklift Operator Needed

  • Boulder, CO (20 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Boulder, CO (20 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 4 hours ago

Busy granite shop looking for an experienced forklift operator. Hours are 8-4 Mon-Fri. This could be full-time or part-time. Job Duties include unloading granite/quartz slabs from delivery trucks,...

Experienced Backhoe operator

  • Louisville, CO (14 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Louisville, CO (14 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 4 hours ago

Immediate hire. Must have backfilled residential foundations for at least 2 years. Most jobsites are west of I25 and north of I70, superior, Broomfield, arvada, golden.

Forklift Operator III (SCW)

  • Longmont, CO (24 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Longmont, CO (24 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 6 hours ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operate the forklift to load and unload containers from local delivery and inter-franchise drivers, new container inventory, repositioning and customer...

Crane Operator

  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 16 hours ago

Crane Operator responsibilities and abilities include but are not limited to the list below. Other duties may be assigned. Observes load hookup and determines safety of load. Proficiently...

Forklift Operator - Seasonal (Nights)

  • Aurora, CO (7 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, CO (7 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 1 day ago

At Niagara, were looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you...

Loader Operator / Crusher Operator

  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 3 days ago

We need 1 or 2 operators who can run a loader or a crushing spread. Jaw crusher and Impact crusher crushing concrete. If you have the skills to operate and are looking to make top pay this is your...

Forklift Operator-Production

  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and...

Loader Operator

  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Haga clic aqui para ver Vacantes y Solicitar en Espanol Looking for an opportunity to make a lasting mark on future generations and the communities they call home? Search no further, HEI has been...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Golden, CO (19 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Golden, CO (19 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Golden, Colorado Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $20.60 per hour Additional Pay: $1.00 shift differential Schedule:...

Seasonal Forklift Operator, Distribution Center

  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Overview NOW HIRING! Seasonal Cherry Picker Operator Monday - Friday: 12PM start time VEYER is a Fortune 500-scale fulfillment leader with 40+ years of supply chain expertise, operating 40 North...

Seasonal Forklift Operator, Cross Dock

  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Overview NOW HIRING! Seasonal Ride on Pallet Jack and Forklift Operators Monday - Friday: 6:30AM start time VEYER is a Fortune 500-scale fulfillment leader with 40+ years of supply chain...

Warehouse Site Down Forklift Operator - Weekend Shift

  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 5 days ago

A note for you! We know that searching for your next opportunity is exhausting and that at times, you aren't sure if you'd be a good fit. We don't want these to get in the way of meeting you, so...

Warehouse Site Down Forklift Operator - Day Shift

  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Dupont, CO)
  • 7 days ago

A note for you! We know that searching for your next opportunity is exhausting and that at times, you aren’t sure if you’d be a good fit. We don’t want these to get in the way of meeting you, so...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Dupont, CO

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 Dupont, CO offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
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 Dupont, CO
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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