Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Excelsior, 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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Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 15 hours ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a stand up forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Osseo, MN (16 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Osseo, MN (16 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 15 hours ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new reach truck forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Lakeville, MN (24 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lakeville, MN (24 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Menasha Corporation Employees, please log-in to your Workday account to apply for positions. ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE) Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses,...

Forklift Operator & Order Puller

  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator & Order Puller Bloomington, Mn Order: 415525 Order Type : Midwest Semi Skilled Job Opportunity: Forklift Operator & Order Puller Location: Bloomington, MN Company: Midwest...

1St Shift Forklift Operator

  • Maple Grove, MN (16 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (16 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 2 days ago

CNC Milling Machine Operator in Coon Rapids, MN COON RAPIDS, MN 3RD SHIFT FORKLIFT OPERATOR Maple Grove, MN 1ST SHIFT FORKLIFT OPERATOR Maple Grove, MN Order: 121186 Order Type : Temp Now Hiring:...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-time

  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or other freight...

Crane Operator (2nd shift)

  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 4 days ago

About Olympic Steel: Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several...

Crane Operator (3rd shift)

  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 4 days ago

About Olympic Steel: Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several...

Forklift Operator

  • Shakopee, MN (11 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Shakopee, MN (11 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for a FORKLIFT OPERATOR to join our Shakopee, MN plant. As a forklift operator with Contech you will contribute to America's essential infrastructure including drainage systems,...

3rd shift Forklift Operator - Warehouse/Distribution

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (16 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (16 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 5 days ago

As a Forklift Operator with Liberty Packaging, you will contribute to the growth of our business by being a key player in safely moving goods and materials around a high traffic industrial...

Forklift Operator

  • Shakopee, MN (11 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Shakopee, MN (11 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 7 days ago

, Echelon Masonry, MoistureShield composite decking, RDI railing, Catalyst Fence Solutions, Sakrete packaged concrete, Amerimix mortar, Pebble Technology International pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches...

Forklift Operator

  • Rogers, MN (18 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rogers, MN (18 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Forklift Operator Rogers, MN Order: 121131 Order Type : Temp To Full-Time Location: Rogers, MN Employment Type: Full time, trial to hire! Hours/Shift: Monday - Friday 12:00PM-10:30PM Pay: $18.00...

Forklift Operator (Midnight-8am)

  • Eagan, MN (23 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (23 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 14 days ago

JOB TITLE: Freight Handler DEPARTMENT: Operations JOB STATUS: Non-Exempt SHIFT: Monday-Friday (Midnight-8am) PAY: $24.00/hr REPORTS TO: Service Center Manager JOB SUMMARY Are you seeking a...

Forklift Operator IV (CA,IL,MN)

  • Lakeville, MN (24 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lakeville, MN (24 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 14 days ago

Position Summary The Forklift Operator IV is skilled in performing all duties associated with Forklift Operator I, II, and III roles within assigned departments. This role requires expertise in...

Forklift Operator

  • Dayton, MN (22 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Dayton, MN (22 miles from Excelsior, MN)
  • 14 days ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

Demographic Data for Excelsior, MN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Excelsior, 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 Excelsior, MN offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.0%
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 Excelsior, 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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