Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Conley, GA

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 - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Palmetto, GA (23 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Palmetto, GA (23 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 3 hours ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new stand up forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Forklift Operator

  • College Park, GA (7 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • College Park, GA (7 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 9 hours ago

Responsible for all general warehouse functions including loading, unloading, manual depal, receiving, put-a-way, pulls and replenishments, and selection of product when qualified and as needed in...

2nd Shift Forklift Operator/ Order Picker- Mon-Fri 4pm-12:30am

  • Palmetto, GA (23 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Palmetto, GA (23 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 9 hours ago

Who is Drive DeVilbiss… Drive DeVilbiss has become a leading manufacturer of medical products with a strong and consistent track record of growth achieved both organically and through...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Union City, GA (13 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Union City, GA (13 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Forklift Operator: Sit Down, Reach, AND Cherry Picker

  • Ellenwood, GA (4 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ellenwood, GA (4 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Prologistix is hiring forklift operators in Ellenwood, GA. - need to operate Reach, Sit Down, and Cherry Picker forklifts Shifts available are: 1st: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., and overtime...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Company: US1072 Buckhead Meat Company Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 30337 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but...

Forklift Operator - Now Hiring

  • Smyrna, GA (17 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Smyrna, GA (17 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Company: US1072 Buckhead Meat Company Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 30337 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but...

Forklift Operator - Immediate Opening

  • East Point, GA (8 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Point, GA (8 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Company: US1072 Buckhead Meat Company Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 30337 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but...

Loader Operator

  • Lithonia, GA (12 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lithonia, GA (12 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 1 day ago

What to expect: Martin Marietta is seeking an Equipment Operator to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be responsible for...

Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Scottdale, GA (10 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Scottdale, GA (10 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Are you ready to bring your materials moving skills to a team that values precision and innovation? At Martin Sprocket & Gear, we’re dedicated to producing quality mechanical power transmission...

Crane Operator

  • Norcross, GA (20 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norcross, GA (20 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Temp to Hire **Overview** We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Crane Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating various types of cranes and heavy...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Locust Grove, GA (24 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Locust Grove, GA (24 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator in Locust Grove, Georgia Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $18.50 per hour Apply Here with Ryder Today Click here to see...

Forklift Operator

  • Lithonia, GA (12 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lithonia, GA (12 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 6 days ago

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and...

097127-Yard Loader Operator

  • Tyrone, GA (19 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tyrone, GA (19 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 7 days ago

About Us:** Heidelberg Materials is one of the worlds largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with...

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

  • Lithia Springs, GA (19 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lithia Springs, GA (19 miles from Conley, GA)
  • 7 days ago

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 same...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Conley, GA

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 Conley, GA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.3%
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 Conley, GA
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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