Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Burt, NY

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/Material Handler

  • Lockport, NY (9 miles from Burt, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lockport, NY (9 miles from Burt, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator/Material Handler Lockport, NY ( Description Job Summary The Material Handler will be responsible for the safe, secure and organized transport of incoming and outgoing material...

Materials Handler, Forklift Operator

  • Niagara Falls, NY (21 miles from Burt, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (21 miles from Burt, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Kelly Services is working with a well-branded manufacturing customer and seeking Materials Handler, Forklift Operator in Niagara Falls. Position is Full Time, Rotating 12-Hour Schedule, and Pay...

Materials Handler, Forklift Operator

  • Niagara Falls, NY (21 miles from Burt, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (21 miles from Burt, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Kelly Services is working with a well-branded manufacturing customer and seeking Materials Handler, Forklift Operator in Niagara Falls. Position is Full Time, Rotating 12-Hour Schedule, and Pay...

Forklift Operator

  • Tonawanda, NY (23 miles from Burt, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (23 miles from Burt, NY)
  • 13 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...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Tonawanda, NY (23 miles from Burt, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (23 miles from Burt, NY)
  • 13 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Burt, NY

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Burt, NY

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 Burt, NY 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 Burt, NY
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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