Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Leesburg, 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

  • Umatilla, FL (17 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Umatilla, FL (17 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator PeopleReady of Eustis, FL is now hiring Forklift Operators in Umatilla, FL! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment. Apply today...

Driver - Heavy Duty Truck Class A Tractor Trailer (Crane Operator in Training)

  • Apopka, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Apopka, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Driver - Heavy Duty Truck Class A Tractor Trailer (Crane Operator in Training) ALL Sunshine Crane Rental Corp. Apopka, FL (32703) Position Summary ALL Sunshine Crane Rental Corp. is seeking a...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Groveland, FL (14 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Groveland, FL (14 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 14 days ago

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

Forklift Operator, Let Down (R207718)

  • Ocoee, FL (23 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Ocoee, FL (23 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 18 days ago

Job Description: Company: US0022 Sysco Central Florida, Inc. Sales Territory: Zip Code: 34761 Travel Percentage: COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual...

Forklift Operator, Let Down

  • Ocoee, FL (23 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Ocoee, FL (23 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 18 days ago

This is an Operations position responsible for stocking received merchandise in the appropriate location, operating and maintaining equipment associated with warehouse activity and performing...

Forklift Operator - Immediate Opening

  • Ocoee, FL (23 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Ocoee, FL (23 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 21 days ago

Company: US0022 Sysco Central Florida, Inc. Sales Territory: Zip Code: 34761 Travel Percentage: COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Warehouse/Forklift Operator/CDL Class A

  • Apopka, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Apopka, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Hood Distribution, Central Florida's leading distributor of hardwood lumber & plywood is looking for a self-motivated, reliable, hard worker to join our team. This is a day shift position, working...

Loader Operator (Coleman Plant)

  • Coleman, FL (14 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Coleman, FL (14 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Anderson Columbia Co., Inc. is accepting resumes for a Loader Operator for our Coleman Plant. Since 1958, Anderson Columbia has been an industry leader in paving and road building, making smooth...

Demographic Data for Leesburg, FL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Leesburg, 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 Leesburg, FL 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 Leesburg, 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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