Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kernersville, 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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3rd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Rural Hall, NC (14 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rural Hall, NC (14 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Candidates must complete an application at: Lift Your Career to New Heights with CJ Logistics! Are you ready to take the wheel of your future and join a team that values safety, precision, and...

Warehouse Representative/Forklift Operator - Receiving

  • Kernersville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Kernersville, NC
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Kernersville - Kernersville, NC Salary Range : $19.00 - $19.00 Hourly Description Position Summary This position is directly involved in all daily warehouse operations....

2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Rural Hall, NC (14 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rural Hall, NC (14 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Candidates must complete an application at: Lift Your Career to New Heights with CJ Logistics! Are you ready to take the wheel of your future and join a team that values safety, precision, and...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Kernersville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Kernersville, NC
  • 2 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...

Motor Grader Operator

  • Greensboro, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Kernersville, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Kernersville, NC
  • 9 days ago

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

Forklift Operator - 12hr Day Shift (6:45am - 7pm, 2-2-3)

  • Stokesdale, NC (11 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stokesdale, NC (11 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Ontex is a leading international provider of disposable personal hygiene solutions for all generations. With a global team of around 7,500 employees, we develop, produce and distribute in about...

Forklift Operator - 12hr Night Shift (6:45pm - 7am, 2-2-3)

  • Stokesdale, NC (11 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stokesdale, NC (11 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Ontex is a leading international provider of disposable personal hygiene solutions for all generations. With a global team of around 7,500 employees, we develop, produce and distribute in about...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Kernersville, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Kernersville, NC
  • 10 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 Availability to work...

Forklift Operator And Material Handler

  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 13 days ago

Looking for a Forklift Operator in Clemmons, NC! 1st shift, 6am - 4:30pm, Tuesday-Friday (4 10 hour shifts) Responsibilities Handle, move, and store various non-hazardous and hazardous materials...

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

  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (6 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the...

Loader Operator - Req. ID:

  • Advance, NC (23 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Advance, NC (23 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 22 days ago

Minimum 2 years heavy equipment operator work experience preferred....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Thomasville, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (17 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 24 days ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Forklift Operator: Thursday - Sunday Shift

  • Rural Hall, NC (14 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rural Hall, NC (14 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Lift Your Career to New Heights with CJ Logistics! As a Forklift Operator, youre the backbone of our warehouse operations. Safely maneuver forklifts to make sure products are perfectly loaded,...

Night Shift Forklift Operator

  • Colfax, NC (4 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Colfax, NC (4 miles from Kernersville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

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Demographic Data for Kernersville, NC

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kernersville, NC

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 Kernersville, NC 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 Kernersville, 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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