Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Myers, FL

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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Finish Grader Operator/Foreman

  • Punta Gorda, FL (22 miles from Fort Myers, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Punta Gorda, FL (22 miles from Fort Myers, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Finish Motor Grader Operator Company: EHC, Inc. Construction Location: Southwest Florida Position Type: Full-Time About EHC Construction: We proudly serve government, state agencies, and private...

Asphalt Plant Loader Operator

  • Fort Myers, FL (13 miles from Fort Myers, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL (13 miles from Fort Myers, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Job ID: 513405 Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division, part of CRH South Division of Companies, is the leader in production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, and, with a team of...

Loader Operator

  • Estero, FL (18 miles from Fort Myers, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Estero, FL (18 miles from Fort Myers, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Overview Titan Florida LLC has an opening for a Loader Operator for our Corkscrew Mine located Estero, FL. This wage non-exempt position is assigned to the Quarry Production Department and will...

Loader Operator

  • Punta Gorda, FL (22 miles from Fort Myers, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Punta Gorda, FL (22 miles from Fort Myers, FL)
  • 16 days ago

Job ID: 512911 Preferred Materials - Concrete Division, part of CRH South Division, is a leading supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, rebar and building materials in the state of...

Forklift Operator/Operador de Montacarga

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 22 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 22 days ago

Overview The success of General RV Center is rooted in our exceptional team, which has been growing since 1962. Our sustained growth has been fueled by our family values and passion for the RV...

Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 22 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 22 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...

Pipe Crew Loader Operator (Underground Utility) Sign On Bonus

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 28 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 28 days ago

Phillips, Inc. Pipe Crew Loader Operator (Underground Utility) Sign On Bonus Fort Myers, FL 33908 Job Summary: As a Loader Operator you will be a key member of our pipe crew, responsible for...

Pipe Crew Backhoe Operator (Underground Utility) Sign On Bonus

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 28 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 28 days ago

Phillips, Inc. Pipe Crew Backhoe Operator (Underground Utility) Sign On Bonus Fort Myers, FL 33908 Job Summary: As a Backhoe Operator you will be a vital member of our pipe crew, responsible for...

Forklift Operator

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 18.86 / Hour location_on Fort Myers, Florida work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Work for a toppany in the U.S....

Forklift Operator

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Titan America is a leading employee centric company that is an environmentally and socially progressive heavy building materials company located in the eastern United States. Titan...

Crane Operator

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Summary: A dozer operator drives a bulldozer at construction sites or during other types of industrial operations. In this job, your duties include moving soil, rocks, and debris and leveling the...

Motor Grader Operator

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Phillips & Jordan, Inc. (P&J), a Phillips Infrastructure Holdings, Inc. company, is a certified woman-owned, heavy civil and power infrastructure contractor established in 1952. P&J is a proven...

Demographic Data for Fort Myers, FL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Myers, FL

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 Fort Myers, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
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 Fort Myers, FL
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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