Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Avon, IN

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 - Plant Warehouse

  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture...

Roll-Off Forklift Operator

  • Mooresville, IN (12 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mooresville, IN (12 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Roll-Off Forklift Operator Location: Mooresville, IN Job Type: Full-time Job Classification: Hourly Schedule: (3) 12-hour days (5:00 am to 5:00 pm) (1) 6-hour day on Monday with rotating weekends....

Forklift Operator

  • Plainfield, IN (5 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plainfield, IN (5 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Position: Forklift Operator Shift: 2nd Shift Description: Keeps production supplied by retrieving materials and supplies; operating a forklift. Duties: Plans supply and material requirements by...

Forklift Operator

  • Mooresville, IN (12 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mooresville, IN (12 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Req ID: 464035 Address: 2491 Westpoint Blvd Mooresville, IN, 46158 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program* Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...

Cherry Picker Forklift Operator

  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Spherion is hiring experience Order Picker Forklift operators for a leading sports apparel company on the east side of Indianapolis! This is a temp to hire opportunity that offers a wide range of...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Clayton, IN (10 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Clayton, IN (10 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator Shift/Schedule: (M-F 3PM-11PM) Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply or check out more jobs at www.workatGEODIS.com! GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a...

Quincy Recycle Forklift Operator- 1st Shift 7a-3:30p

  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 6 days ago

2nd Shift Forklift Operator - Marion, IA 6281 N. Gateway Dr. Marion, IA. 52302 Compensation & Schedule: $17.50 - $24 per hour | Hourly | Full-Time Monday-Friday, 1st Shift (7a-330p) Company...

Forklift Operator - Receiving - Bakery Plant 2nd Shift

  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Shift: 2:30 PM-2:30 AMHourly Rate: $21.55 an hour + $0.5 shift differential ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Demonstrated behaviors to support company safety procedures with focus on zero injuries. Show...

Forklift Operator

  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 8 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the forklift. For the purpose of stacking material, loading of trailers, and emptying full containers throughout...

DC Forklift Operator - Inbound

  • Brownsburg, IN (7 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brownsburg, IN (7 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Operate fork trucks in a safe, efficient, and effective manner while unloading trucks and moving freight within the DC. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Responsible for moving incoming merchandise from...

PSAE Pipeline - Forklift Operator

  • Plainfield, IN (5 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Plainfield, IN (5 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Our client, in Plainfield is seeking Equipment Operators to include Order Picker, Reach Truck, Walkie Rider and Counterbalance - slip and clamp to join their team. Job Title: Equipment Operator...

2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Operator Great opportunity for candidates who want to work in a warehouse setting. Ideal candidate for this position will have previous sitdown forklift and material handling experience....

1st Shift Forklift Operator

  • Greenwood, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 12 days ago

Forklift Operator Great opportunity for candidates who want to advance their warehouse knowledge with a local company in Johnson County! Ideal candidates for this position will have previous sit...

Forklift Operator & Yard Laborer

  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 13 days ago

un Forklift Operator & Yard Laborer (Indianapolis,In) St Regis Culvert Inc compensation: $185 per hr employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Forklift Operator & Yard Laborer...

Forklift Operator

  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (15 miles from Avon, IN)
  • 13 days ago

Forklift Operator Indianapolis, IN Join a leading manufacturing company with opportunities for growth! Are you looking to work for a highly regarded company awarded for their processes and...

Demographic Data for Avon, IN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Avon, IN

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 Avon, IN offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.1%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.4%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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