Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Louisville, KY

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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PR 1470358/Forklift Operator

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Description: WE ARE PEOPLEREADY Staffing. Its what we know. Because weve been providing staffing solutions, putting people to work, for nearly 30 years. Whether youre looking for work, or...

Crane Operator Certified

  • Louisville, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 23 hours ago

Requisition ID: 172889** **Position Summary** **TIC** is looking for a **Crane Operator** for the **Mill Creek** **Power** **Project** located in **Louisville, KY.** **Experience** + NCCCO LBC/TWR...

1am - 5am: Part-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Overview Available Shift Time: Monday - Friday | 1:00 AM - 5:00 AM Stable and growing organization Pay beginning at $22.85 per hour Quick advancement Professional, positive and people-centered...

Forklift Operator

  • Charlestown, IN (16 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlestown, IN (16 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago

TITLE: Forklift Operator Forklift Operator positions open in Charlestown, IN! $19.00/hour. 2nd shift Click APPLY to apply NOW! Or call Wendy Dingle at ... or email ...! CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:...

Forklift Operator

  • Charlestown, IN (16 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlestown, IN (16 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago

TITLE: Forklift Operator Forklift Operator positions open in Charlestown, IN! $19.00/hour. 2nd shift Click APPLY to apply NOW! Or call Wendy Dingle at ... or email ...! CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:...

Forklift Operator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Reach Truck & Cherry picker Operator Weekly Pay || $19 - $21 an hour || Louisville, KY Job Description We are seeking dedicated individuals to work in our distribution center, handling the...

Forklift Operator

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator PeopleReady of Clarksville, IN is now hiring Forklift Operators in Jeffersonville, IN! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment....

Forklift Operator - 1st shift

  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago

We're currently hiring Forklift Operators to join our team in Shepherdsville, KY. This is a great opportunity for dependable individuals looking to grow in a fast-paced warehouse environment....

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

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

Job Description 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...

Forklift Operator, Reach Truck, Sit down and Stand up

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

Immediate Hire Needed! Forklift Operators with experience using stand up, sit down and reach truck. 6am to 4:30pm Monday To Thursday $18 to $20.50 based on experience Forget the worryopportunity's...

Forklift Operator

  • Charlestown, IN (16 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlestown, IN (16 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 8 days ago

Are you an experienced forklift operator looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in a clean, fast-paced warehouse? Staffmark is now hiring a Forklift Operator in Charlestown, IN for a...

Forklift Operator

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required....

Forklift Operator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago

SUMMARY Responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the Forklift. Ensuring work in progress (WIP) is undamaged, and the staging area is maintained organized. As...

Material Handler/Forklift Operator $16.60 - $17.12 hourly

  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 21 days ago
  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 21 days ago

Material Handler / Forklift Operator $16.60 - $17.12 hourly Location: New Albany (47150) - Indiana, United States Salary: Competitive Type: Permanent Main Industry: Search Electronics Jobs Other...

Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies

  • Louisville, KY
  • 22 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 22 days ago

un Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using various types of forklifts or other power...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Louisville, KY

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 Louisville, KY offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
3.2%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

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