Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kentucky

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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LP Side Loader Operator

  • North American Stainless
  • Ghent, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Ghent, KY
  • 19 days ago

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: The Side Loader Operator is responsible for all operating functions as listed below. Operation of the side loader must be understood in total with the focus of utilizing...

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Loader Operator I

  • Ritchie Bros.
  • Eminence, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eminence, KY
  • 30+ days ago

IAA, an RB Global, Inc. Company, our Loader Operators are essential to the success of our branch operations. They utilize our front-end loaders to maneuver vehicles around our facilities in...

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Loader Operator (2nd shift)

  • Saint-Gobain Corporation
  • Silver Grove, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Silver Grove, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Why do we need you? What's the job? Employees will be responsible for the working in the trailer loading operation which includes operating a forklift, handling inventory, working in & around...

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Loader Operator

  • Ferroglobe PLC
  • Corbin, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Corbin, KY
  • 90+ days ago

Who we are: Ferroglobe is one of the world's leading suppliers of silicon metal, silicon-based and manganese-based specialty alloys and ferroalloys, serving a customer base across the globe in...

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Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.4%
Bachelor's Degree
23.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.1%
Associate's Degree
14.7%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some College
2.6%
Some High School
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 Kentucky
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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