Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Woodbury, 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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Crane Operator / Grinder

  • Little Canada, MN (12 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • moments ago
  • Little Canada, MN (12 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • moments ago

A busy manufacturing company in Little Canada is seeking to fill a crane operator / grinder position. This crane operator / grinder opportunity is on the 1st shift and includes great experience...

Loader Operator

  • Farmington, MN (21 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Farmington, MN (21 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 1 hour ago

Loader Operator Requisition ID: 13823 Location: Farmington, MN, US, 55024 Pay Type: Hourly $46.61/Hourly **COMPANY OVERVIEW** Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash...

Yard Team/Forklift Operator- County Materials

  • Roberts, WI (19 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Roberts, WI (19 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 21 hours ago

County Materials Corporation is a leading manufacturer and trusted industry resource for concrete construction and landscape products. For more than 75 years, their products have been used to...

Loader Operator I

  • Minneapolis, MN (16 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (16 miles from Woodbury, 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...

Forklift Operator - 3rd shift

  • Savage, MN (23 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Savage, MN (23 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 1 day 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...

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

  • Minneapolis, MN (16 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (16 miles from Woodbury, 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...

Forklift Operator - Weekend Shift

  • Vadnais Heights, MN (12 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Vadnais Heights, MN (12 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 3 days ago

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

  • Saint Paul, MN (7 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (7 miles from Woodbury, 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 (23 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (23 miles from Woodbury, 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 (7 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (7 miles from Woodbury, 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 (16 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (16 miles from Woodbury, 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 3rd Shift

  • New Hope, MN (22 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Hope, MN (22 miles from Woodbury, 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...

3rd shift Forklift Operator - Warehouse/Distribution

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (23 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (23 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 8 days ago

3rd shift Forklift Operator - Warehouse/Distribution Liberty Packaging - Twin Cities vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k), profit sharing United States,...

Forklift Operator

  • Eagan, MN (10 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (10 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we...

Forklift Operator

  • Eagan, MN (12 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (12 miles from Woodbury, MN)
  • 9 days ago

Company Description Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain...

Demographic Data for Woodbury, MN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Woodbury, 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 Woodbury, 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 Woodbury, 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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