Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Erwin, NC

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 - Weekly Pay

  • Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 13 hours ago

Forklift Operator - Weekly Pay Gojob Fayetteville, NC, USA 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Must have experience with sit-down lifts, double pallet jacks, reach trucks and...

Skilled Utility Excavator Operator ($1,500 Sign-On Bonus)

  • Smithfield, NC (24 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Smithfield, NC (24 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 17 hours ago

SUMMARY Operate a variety of heavy equipment including, but not limited to, excavator/trackhoe, loader, backhoe, bulldozer, dump truck, tamper, and water truck. TYPICAL DAILY DUTIES &...

Turret Forklift Operator

  • Garner, NC (23 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Garner, NC (23 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 11 days ago

The Turret Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating a turret forklift to move, stack, and retrieve materials in high-bay storage areas. The Turret Forklift Operator role requires...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Cameron, NC (24 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Cameron, NC (24 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 18 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 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...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Dunn, NC (11 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Dunn, NC (11 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 20 days ago

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate...

Forklift Operator

  • Dunn, NC (11 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Dunn, NC (11 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 22 days ago

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate...

Motor Grader Operator

  • Garner, NC (23 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Garner, NC (23 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary: Martin Marietta is seeking a Motor Grader Operator to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be responsible...

Motor Grader Operator

  • Dunn, NC (11 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dunn, NC (11 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Thank you for your interest in FlatironDragados! Please make sure you visit our 1089 Office. Employment applications will be available at the front and a drop box will be available in the...

Forklift Operator

  • Four Oaks, NC (21 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Four Oaks, NC (21 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Our client, a leader in the material handling industry, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the warehouse operations supporting efficient...

Tractor Operator (Ft. Liberty, NC)

  • Fort Bragg, NC (18 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Bragg, NC (18 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Essential Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities: Tractor Operators perform grounds maintenance to include mowing, bush hogging, policing, edging, trimming and general grounds maintenance of berms, firing...

Bulldozer Operator

  • Garner, NC (23 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Garner, NC (23 miles from Erwin, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary Branch's Civil Division is searching for an experienced and safety-oriented Bulldozer Operator to join our well-established, growing company. The Bulldozer Operator operates a...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Erwin, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Erwin, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.0%
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 Erwin, NC
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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