Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Idaho

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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Inland Crane Inc.

Crane Operator

Job description About Us: We are looking for a long-term operator for taxi crane work, primarily mobile hydraulic crane work. Inland Crane provides crane service and other related specialty...

Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift

  • Meridian, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 2 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Forklift Operator -(Req 17070)

  • Meridian, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 2 days ago

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones,...

Crane Operator Journeyman- 80-180 Ton

  • Boise, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 3 days ago

Overview COMPANY OVERVIEW MasTec Industrial, along with sister companies Casey Industrial and Phoenix Industrial, has served the power industry since 1947. We support utilities, developers, and...

Forklift Operator

  • Pocatello, ID
  • 4 days ago
  • Pocatello, ID
  • 4 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Forklift Operator in Training (12 Nights) $20.05/hr + $2/hr shift differential

  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 8 days ago
  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 8 days ago

Increased to $20.25/hr. upon successful completion of training and skills validation. The primary responsibility of the Forklift Operator is to efficiently and effectively move product and...

Production Forklift Operator Thur - Sat 6 to 6 Days

  • Nampa, ID
  • 8 days ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 8 days ago

at Admiral Beverage Corporation in Nampa, Idaho, United States Job Description Admiral Beverage believes in investing in its people, business partners, and communities, to continually grow and...

Forklift Operator

  • Boise, ID
  • 9 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 9 days 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...

Ready-Mix Batch/Loader Operator (Plant Operating Engineer)

  • Eagle, ID
  • 9 days ago
  • Eagle, ID
  • 9 days ago

Job ID: 513979 Idaho Materials & Construction, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our...

Production Forklift Operator Thur

  • Nampa, ID
  • 10 days ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 10 days ago

Admiral Beverage believes in investing in its people, business partners, and communities, to continually grow and offer the best products and services in the region. With the strength of a large...

Warehouse Forklift Operator Tue - Sat Days

  • Nampa, ID
  • 10 days ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 10 days ago

Admiral Beverage believes in investing in its people, business partners, and communities, to continually grow and offer the best products and services in the region. With the strength of a large...

Production Forklift Operator Thur - Sat 6 to 6 D

  • Nampa, ID
  • 10 days ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 10 days ago

at Admiral Beverage Corporation(Pepsi) in Nampa, Idaho, United States Job Description Admiral Beverage believes in investing in its people, business partners, and communities, to continually grow...

Grader Operator

  • Pocatello, ID
  • 10 days ago
  • Pocatello, ID
  • 10 days ago

# Idaho Materials & Construction, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We...

Construction Equipment Operator - Idaho Falls

  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 11 days ago
  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 11 days ago

Were looking for skilled heavy equipment operators to help us build better communities....

Construction Equipment Operator - Pocatello

  • Pocatello, ID
  • 11 days ago
  • Pocatello, ID
  • 11 days ago

Were looking for skilled heavy equipment operators to help us build better communities....

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Idaho

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 Idaho offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.3%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Some College
3.4%
Some High School
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Idaho
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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