Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mccarran, NV

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 Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 1 hour ago

Hourly Wage: $22.95 - $25.45 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Forklift Operator

  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 3 days ago

Atlas Molded Products is a leading EPS manufacturer company dedicated to producing high-performance molded polystyrene for a variety of applications such as architectural - roof, wall, below...

Forklift Operator

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 5 days ago

Safety & Security (A) Lovelock, NV Landscaper / Ground Work (B) Winnemucca, NV Forklift Operator Sparks, NV Order: 1057202 Order Type : Temp to Hire Forklift Operator - Outdoor Pipe Handling...

Facility Cleanup & Forklift Operator Day Shift

  • Fernley, NV (17 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fernley, NV (17 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 5 days ago

Framing Technician - Outdoor Industrial Work Silver Springs, NV Equipment Operator SPARKS, NV Facility Cleanup & Forklift Operator - Day Shift Fernley, NV Order: 1057842 Order Type : Long Term...

Shipping Forklift Operator for Stead NV manufacturing facility

  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 7 days ago
  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 7 days ago

Spherion Staffing Reno, NV is recruiting for Shipping Forklift Operator openings for our Fortune 500 manufacturing client in Stead, NV. Temp to hire openings M-F, 10pm-6:30am $20.82 per hour...

Reach Truck Forklift Operator

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 9 days ago

Schedule: Mon-Fri (6am-2:30pm + OT as needed) We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching,...

Forklift Operator

  • McCarran, NV
  • 14 days ago
  • McCarran, NV
  • 14 days ago

About Us: Stericycle is seeking a Forklift Operator at their Medical Waste Incinerator facility in McCarran, NV! Compensation Data: The expected base pay range for this position across the U.S is...

Snow Removal Loader Operator

  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 15 days ago
  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 15 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Snow Removal Operator is responsible for the operation of Caterpillar front end loaders or skid steers used for the purpose of removing snow and preparing parking operations...

Forklift Operator Evening Shift Job Details Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 17 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 17 days ago

At Nestle Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective...

Warehouse Associate & Forklift Operator

  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 19 days ago
  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 19 days ago

Warehouse Associate & Forklift Operator Category:Light Industrial Location:Reno, NV 89502 Pay:$18.00 Hourly Posted:3 days ago Status:Open Description Warehouse Associate & Forklift Operator Join a...

Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies

  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 22 days ago
  • Reno, NV (18 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 22 days ago

un Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using various types of forklifts or other power...

Forklift Operator Evening Shift

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 23 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 23 days ago

At Nestle Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective...

Forklift Operator

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 24 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 24 days ago

Forklift Operator Redwood Materials is looking for Forklift Operator to join our growing EHS team! The successful candidate will be responsible for the performance of tasks associated with...

Forklift Operator

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 27 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 27 days ago

Forklift Operator Sparks, Nevada - Posted on June 30, 2025 Published By Jennifer Gerhard Immediate opening for a labor/forklift operator for a top notch industrial contractor in Reno/Sparks....

Forklift Operator

  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sparks, NV (14 miles from Mccarran, NV)
  • 30+ days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Demographic Data for Mccarran, NV

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mccarran, NV

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 Mccarran, NV offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
3.2%
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 Mccarran, NV
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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