Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Pine Lake, 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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Warehouse Stocker/Forklift Operator

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 10 hours ago

Wage Rate $18.00/hour Overview Overview Keefe Group is a division of TKC Holdings, Inc. that is the industry leader in the commissary market. We run an essential business serving our communities...

Forklift Operator

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 11 hours ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like...

097127-Yard Loader Operator

  • Lithonia, GA (4 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lithonia, GA (4 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 12 hours ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us: Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Ellenwood, GA (11 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Ellenwood, GA (11 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 14 hours ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a reach truck 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 - Now Hiring

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 14 hours ago

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

Forklift Operator, Swing Shift

  • Buford, GA (24 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Buford, GA (24 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 16 hours ago

Overview** **NOW HIRING** **Cherry Picker Operators** + **Bulk Department: Monday - Friday/ 1PM Start Time** + **Stocking/Replenishment Department: Monday - Friday/ 1PM Start Time** VEYER is a...

Forklift Operator, Day Shift

  • Buford, GA (24 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Buford, GA (24 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 16 hours ago

Overview** **NOW HIRING** **Cherry Picker Operator** **BULK Department: Monday - Friday / 8AM Start Time** VEYER is a Fortune 500-scale fulfillment leader with 40+ years of supply chain expertise,...

Forklift Operator FT

  • Ellenwood, GA (11 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Ellenwood, GA (11 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 22 hours ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $24.47 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of...

Forklift Operator

  • Marietta, GA (22 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Marietta, GA (22 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Duties Including, but not limited to: Operate metal processing equipment using safe work habits Observe processing operations so that malfunctions can be detected, and notify maintenance of...

Forklift Operator

  • McDonough, GA (23 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • McDonough, GA (23 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 23 hours ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

Forklift Operator

  • College Park, GA (17 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • College Park, GA (17 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 1 day 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...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • Lawrenceville, GA (16 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA (16 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Forklift Operator: Sit Down, Reach, AND Cherry Picker

  • Ellenwood, GA (11 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ellenwood, GA (11 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 2 days 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 (10 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 2 days 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 Pine Lake, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (17 miles from Pine Lake, GA)
  • 2 days 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...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Pine Lake, 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 Pine Lake, 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 Pine Lake, 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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