Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kansas

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 - 2nd Shift

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 17 hours ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 17 hours ago

2nd Shift Forklift Operator Job Description This role involves moving products through the facility using a forklift, loading and unloading trucks, and staging products. You will also utilize...

Forklift Operator

  • Edwardsville, KS
  • 17 hours ago
  • Edwardsville, KS
  • 17 hours ago

Forklift Operators Needed in Edwardsville, KS!** **Job Description** Join our team as a Forklift Operator in a medium-sized distribution center where you will perform essential picking and...

Forklift Operator - Evenings

  • Wichita, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 2 days ago

Shift: Friday to Tuesday or Wednesday through Sunday Unloads transport trucks delivering finished products to the warehouse and stores it in its designated warehouse space. Loads empty pallets and...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Vassar, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Vassar, KS
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $22.5 - $26 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Forklift Operator

  • Topeka, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 2 days ago

Job ID: 511722 Non-Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North...

Crane Operator (Evening Shift)

  • El Dorado, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • El Dorado, KS
  • 2 days ago

955 North Haverhill Rd El Dorado Kansas 67042-4806 Why Valmont We're Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the...

Forklift Operator - 6AM Start Time

  • Olathe, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 6 days ago

Forklift Operator - 6AM Start Time 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Olathe, KS APPLY TODAY to join our warehouse as a Forklift Operator. You will work Thursday to Saturday from 6A-6PM. Starting Pay $21/hr +...

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

  • Potter, KS
  • 9 days ago
  • Potter, KS
  • 9 days ago

Express Employment Professionals in Lawrence, Kansas are seeking Forklift Operators for a great new client in ATCHISON, KANSAS! Ideal candidate will have sit down forklift operator experience, and...

Warehouse Forklift Operator - All Shifts Available!

  • Olathe, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 10 days ago

Position Overview: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment. This role involves utilizing lift equipment to move, load, unload, and...

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Overnight, Four 10 Hour Shifts!

  • Olathe, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 10 days ago

Position Overview: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment. This role involves utilizing lift equipment to move, load, unload, and...

Forklift Operator

  • Salina, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 11 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 - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Wichita, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 12 days 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

  • Wichita, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 13 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: are looking for a Forklift Operator aka an iSi Batman. We need yourhelp to rid the community of hazardous and/or nonhazardous waste as...

IMMEDIATE HIRING Forklift Operator

  • Wichita, KS
  • 15 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 15 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description The Forklift Operator is responsible for efficiently operating a forklift truck to stack and retrieve supplies and materials, ensuring adherence to the company's...

Tissue Forklift Operator

  • Dodge City, KS
  • 16 days ago
  • Dodge City, KS
  • 16 days ago

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196. Want to build a stronger, more sustainable...

Demographic Data for Kansas

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kansas

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 Kansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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