Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Ham Lake, 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

  • Elk River, MN (16 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Elk River, MN (16 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 17 hours ago

Material Handlers Needed in Elk River & Roberts, MN $19-25/hr Depending on Experience Tons of OT Available Job Description Join our dynamic team as a Material Handler, where you will have the...

3Rd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Maple Grove, MN (14 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (14 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 17 hours ago

3RD SHIFT FORKLIFT OPERATOR Maple Grove, MN Order: 120831 Order Type : Temp Now Hiring: FORKLIFT OPERATOR Location: Maple Grove, MN Shift: 12:00am - 8:00am, Sunday-Thursday Pay: $20.00/hr...

Forklift Operator

  • Dayton, MN (10 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Dayton, MN (10 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 22 hours 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...

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

  • Rogers, MN (15 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rogers, MN (15 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Now Hiring for Forklift Operators in Rogers, MN 1st : Mon-Fri 7:30AM - 4:00PM ($19.50) Duties include but not limited to: Must be able to use standard warehouse equipment such as dock doors, dock...

Loader Operator I

  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions. Experience operating heavy...

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

  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

$15,000.00 signing bonus paid out on DAY 1 to fully qualified candidates who apply before 06/30/2025!! All fully qualified new hires applying before 06/30/2025 will start at the top pay rate of...

Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Dayton, MN (10 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dayton, MN (10 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Material Handler 1st Shift: - 6:00am to 2:00pm (Monday- Friday) - Overtime: Up to 2 hours BEFORE shift - Pay: $19.84 an hour Job Description The role primarily involves operating a stand-up...

Forklift Operator - Weekend Shift

  • Vadnais Heights, MN (17 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Vadnais Heights, MN (17 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 3 days ago

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Mobile Crane Operator

  • Saint Michael, MN (18 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Michael, MN (18 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 4 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...

CDL-A Local City Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time - $15,000 Signing Bonus!

  • Saint Paul, MN (22 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (22 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 4 days ago

$15,000.00 signing bonus paid out on DAY 1 to fully qualified candidates who apply before 06/30/2025!! All fully qualified new hires applying before 06/30/2025 will start at the top pay rate of...

2nd Shift Material Handler - Forklift Operator

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (14 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (14 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 4 days ago

2nd Shift Material Handler - Forklift Operator 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars 6900 93rd Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 Description As a Material Handler - Forklift Operator I with Liberty...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Saint Paul, MN (22 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (22 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 6 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...

Forklift Operator 3rd Shift

  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (18 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Business Unit Overview 8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including pasta, peanut butter, granola, and fruit and...

Forklift Operator-START SOON-$23/hr- Start Soon

  • Albertville, MN (18 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Albertville, MN (18 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Iccren FORKLIFT OPERATOR 18/HR TO $23/HR START ASAP!!! Job Description We are seeking a skilled forklift operator who will be operating stand-up reach forklifts and reach trucks. The candidate...

Forklift Operator 3rd Shift

  • New Hope, MN (17 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Hope, MN (17 miles from Ham Lake, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Business Unit Overview 8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including pasta, peanut butter, granola, and fruit and...

Demographic Data for Ham Lake, MN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Ham Lake, 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 Ham Lake, 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 Ham Lake, 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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