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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Forklift Operator

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 1 day 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
  • 20 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 20 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
  • 21 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 21 days ago

Crane Operator The Middlesex Corporation - 3.0 Fort Myers, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated: $55K - $69.4K a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid...

Forklift Operator

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 26 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 26 days ago

OVERVIEW: Safely operates forklift to move vessels in and out of the water. Also moves land based vessels to designated work, storage or sales areas. KEY TASKS: Proper and safe operation of the...

Crane Operator

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 30+ 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...

Pipe Crew Loader Operator (Underground Utility) Sign On Bonus

  • Cape Coral, FL (5 miles from Fort Myers, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cape Coral, FL (5 miles from 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...

Pipe Crew Backhoe Operator (Underground Utility) Sign On Bonus

  • Cape Coral, FL (5 miles from Fort Myers, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cape Coral, FL (5 miles from 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...

Pipe Crew Loader Operator (Underground Utility)

  • 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...

Pipe Crew Backhoe Operator (Underground Utility)

  • 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
36.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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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