Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mounds View, 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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1St Shift Forklift Operator

  • Maple Grove, MN (15 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (15 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 2 hours 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 (7 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 1 day 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 (7 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 1 day 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 (7 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 1 day 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...

3rd shift Forklift Operator - Warehouse/Distribution

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (9 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (9 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 3 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...

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

  • Saint Paul, MN (10 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (10 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 4 days ago

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 same...

Forklift Operator

  • Eagan, MN (14 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (14 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Forklift Operator Eagan, MN Order: 121062 Order Type : Temp To Full-Time Now Hiring: Forklift Operator Location: Eagan MN Shift: 3:00pm - 11:00pm, Monday - Friday Pay: $17.00/hr Employment Type:...

Forklift Operator

  • Eagan, MN (14 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (14 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 9 days ago

Forklift Operator Eagan, MN 55121 Posted: 06/25/2025 Industry: Skills Job Number: 48305014 Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour JOB DESCRIPTION Location: Eagan, MN Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 per hour...

Forklift Operator (Midnight-8am)

  • Eagan, MN (14 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (14 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 11 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

  • Dayton, MN (16 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Dayton, MN (16 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 11 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...

Forklift Operator - AFTERMARKET - St. Paul, MN - (Full-Time)

  • Saint Paul, MN (10 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (10 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 12 days ago

The Forklift Operator is responsible for loading and unloading trailers, loading shipping containers, and safely transporting and staging material in its designated location. Accurate and...

Forklift Operator (4pm-Midnight)

  • Eagan, MN (14 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (14 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 14 days ago

JOB TITLE: Freight Handler DEPARTMENT: Operations JOB STATUS: Non-Exempt SHIFT: Monday-Friday (4pm-Midnight) PAY: $25.00/hr REPORTS TO: Service Center Manager JOB SUMMARY Are you seeking a...

Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • Chanhassen, MN (23 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chanhassen, MN (23 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 17 days ago

General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino's pizza rolls, and Yoplait yogurt. Blue...

Loader Operator I

  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 21 days 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...

Forklift Operator - 3rd shift

  • Savage, MN (23 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Savage, MN (23 miles from Mounds View, MN)
  • 21 days ago

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift Pay Rate: $20/hr Shift: 3rd Shift (Overnight) We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Forklift Operator to join our 3rd shift team. This position plays a key...

Demographic Data for Mounds View, MN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mounds View, 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 Mounds View, MN offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.3%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

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