Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Cold Spring, MN

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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Cdl Manual Driver/Forklift Operator

  • Cold Spring, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Cold Spring, MN
  • 1 day ago

Position at Pilgrim's LIVE HAUL DRIVER/FORKLIFT OPERATOR ***RESUME REQUIRED*** Pilgrims wants YOU to join our Team as an LIVE HAUL DRIVER! This position starts at $28.53 - $31.39 /hour plus...

Mobile Crane Operator

  • Maple Lake, MN (24 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Maple Lake, MN (24 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 3 days ago

US LBM is one of the leading and fastest growing distributors of specialty building materials in the United States, with a team of over 15,000 employees located throughout the country. Since our...

Warehouse Associate/Crane Operator

  • Cold Spring, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Cold Spring, MN
  • 6 days ago

Warehouse Associate/Crane Operator Full Time 11800 62nd St NE, Albertville, MN 55301 Posted 4 days ago Stone Countertop Outlet Granite-Tops, Stone Countertop Outlet is looking for a Warehouse...

Class B Dump Truck Operator

  • Waite Park, MN (9 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Waite Park, MN (9 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Class B - Dump Truck Operator Class B - Dump Truck Ope... Rock On Enterprises Inc Truck Driver Rock On Trucks Posted 1 year ago Dump Truck Driver Drives truck equipped with dump body to transport...

Forklift Operator

  • Saint Joseph, MN (10 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MN (10 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 13 days ago

Forklift Operator Aerotek Saint Joseph, MN US.jobs May 31, 2025 **Job Forklift Operator****Job Description**Responsible for receiving, picking, handling, staging, and storing of products within...

Forklift Operator-Direct Hire

  • Cold Spring, MN
  • 16 days ago
  • Cold Spring, MN
  • 16 days ago

Forklift Operator-Direct Hire Doherty Staffing Solutions Inc. Cold Spring, MN Career Force March 13, 2025 Join a great company with this direct-hire role! Doherty Staffing Solutions is partnering...

Hiring Immediately-Forklift Operator

  • Saint Cloud, MN (8 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN (8 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

Hiring Immediately-Forklift Operator Saint Cloud, MN Description Immediate Openings for Forklift Operators/Order Selectors in St Cloud Long term temp to hire roles with weekly pay and benefits!...

Crusher/ Wash Plant/ Loader Operator

  • Sauk Rapids, MN (19 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sauk Rapids, MN (19 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we...

Forklift Operator And Material Handler

  • Saint Cloud, MN (8 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN (8 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 60+ days ago

Aerotek is currently hiring for multiple forklift driving roles for growing companies in the St. Cloud area. All positions are full-time, long-term roles. We are looking for career oriented...

4pm-8:30pm: Part-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

  • Saint Cloud, MN (8 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN (8 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Shift Time Available: Monday - Friday | 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM Stable and growing organization Pay beginning at $23.35 per hour Quick advancement Professional, positive and people-centered...

4am-9am: Part-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

  • Saint Cloud, MN (8 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN (8 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Shift Time Available: Monday - Friday | 4:00 AM - 9:00 AM Stable and growing organization Pay beginning at $23.35 per hour Quick advancement Professional, positive and people-centered...

Loader Operator

  • Saint Cloud, MN (8 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN (8 miles from Cold Spring, MN)
  • 60+ days ago

Copart, Inc. a technology leader and the premier online vehicle auction platform globally, with over 200 facilities located across the world, Copart links vehicle sellers to more than 750,000...

Demographic Data for Cold Spring, MN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Cold Spring, MN

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 Cold Spring, MN 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 Cold Spring, MN
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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