Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mississippi

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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Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Oxford, MS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 3 hours ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Inventory Management Attendant in Oxford, Mississippi Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $16.75 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am -...

Forklift Operator

  • Brookhaven, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookhaven, MS
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator at 48forty Solutions and Relogistics Services FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 1d Job Description Forklift Operator Location US-LA-Opelousas ID 2025-1696 Category Relogistics Operations...

Loader Operator Craftsman

  • Greenville, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, MS
  • 3 days ago

Requisition ID: 171740** **Position Summary** Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material. **Experience Level** Intermediate **Primary...

Excavator Operator Journeyman

  • Greenville, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, MS
  • 3 days ago

Requisition ID: 171734** **Position Summary** Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material. **Experience Level** Skilled **Primary...

Forklift Operator FT, Loader IV

  • Richland, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Richland, MS
  • 3 days ago

R+L Carriers has an immediate need for Full-Time Freight Handlers at our Pearl, MS Service Center to unload and load trailers. Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $20.61 hr Full-Time,...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Byhalia, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Byhalia, MS
  • 4 days ago

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

DC Forklift Operator - Inbound

  • Horn Lake, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Horn Lake, MS
  • 5 days ago

Operate fork trucks in a safe, efficient, and effective manner while unloading trucks and moving freight within the DC. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Responsible for moving incoming merchandise from...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 5 days ago

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

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

  • Starkville, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Starkville, MS
  • 7 days ago

Material Handler/Forklift Operator Other Area(s) Starkville, Mississippi Contract To Hire Jun 18, 2025 Material Handler/Forklift Operator: Starkville. $19.01/Hr. plus $1 night shift premium. 7 pm...

Forklift Operator

  • Southaven, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 22 / Hour location_on Southaven, Mississippi work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Experienced Forklift Drivers...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • Byhalia, MS
  • 11 days ago
  • Byhalia, MS
  • 11 days ago

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

Crane Operator (Rough Terrain, Friction, Lattice Boom)

  • Canton, MS
  • 11 days ago
  • Canton, MS
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities Brasfield & Gorrie is currently accepting applications for Crane Operator (Rough Terrain, Friction, Lattice Boom). Below are the main responsibilities for this position. (This...

LBC Crane Operator Certified

  • Greenville, MS
  • 12 days ago
  • Greenville, MS
  • 12 days ago

Requisition ID: 171464** **Experience Level** TIC is looking for a Crane Operator for the Delta Blues project located in Greenville, MS. **Experience** + LBC (Lattice Boom) Certification required....

Forklift Operator-FGWH

  • Clinton, MS
  • 12 days ago
  • Clinton, MS
  • 12 days ago

Company DescriptionTHE COMPANYContinental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company...

Warehouse Associate- Forklift Operator

  • Southaven, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 13 days ago

As a Warehouse Associate, you'll play a key role in our Logistics Center in a variety of ways, helping us to assure that our customers are getting their product in a timely, efficient manner. In...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mississippi

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 Mississippi offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
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 Mississippi
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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