Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Minster, OH

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.

1-15 of 16 Jobs

Crew Leader/ Backhoe Operator CDL

  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Mr. Rooter is looking for a Crew Leader/Backhoe Operator with CDL. You will not only operate equipment but also take on leadership responsibilities. Crew Leaders handle purchase orders, ensure...

Material Handler / Forklift Operator

  • Minster, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Minster, OH
  • 7 days ago

As a Plastipak Forklift Operator, you safely & efficiently move & store raw materials & finished goods between the warehouse & production areas. At Plastipak, Associates take pride in maintaining...

Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies

  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 13 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 Material Handler

  • Minster, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Minster, OH
  • 13 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full-Time Stand-Up Forklift Operator in Minster, Ohio WALK-IN INTERVIEWS WELCOME! Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM 276 South Gate Drive Minster, Ohio...

Material Handler / Forklift Operator

  • Jackson Center, OH (15 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Jackson Center, OH (15 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 15 days ago

Material Handler / Forklift Operator As a Plastipak Forklift Operator, you safely & efficiently move & store raw materials & finished goods between the warehouse & production areas. At Plastipak,...

Forklift Operator Warehouse 1st Shift

  • Minster, OH
  • 17 days ago
  • Minster, OH
  • 17 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator in Minster, Ohio WALK-IN INTERVIEWS WELCOME! Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM 276 South Gate Drive Minster, Ohio 45865...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Minster, OH
  • 17 days ago
  • Minster, OH
  • 17 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator in Minster, Ohio WALK-IN INTERVIEWS WELCOME! Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM 276 South Gate Drive Minster, Ohio...

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

  • Sidney, OH (11 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 23 days ago
  • Sidney, OH (11 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 23 days ago

Starting Pay: $18.25 per hour Additional $1.50 shift differential from 2:30 pm -- 4:00 am Shift: 3rd Hours: 2:00 am - 10:30 am This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with...

Forklift Operator

  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 24 days ago
  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 24 days ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like...

Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift

  • Sidney, OH (11 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sidney, OH (11 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 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...

Forklift Operator-$23.39 per hour

  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Overview: CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of packaging products for consumer goods. At...

Material Handler Forklift Operator Hiring Immediately

  • Minster, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Minster, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator in Minster, Ohio WALK-IN INTERVIEWS WELCOME! Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM 276 South Gate...

Forklift Operator / GMP Recycle Tech

  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

SBM Management is searching for a Recycle Technician. The Recycle Technician will keep assigned recycle and reuse material areas clean and in an orderly condition. Responsibilities Collect,...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or other freight...

Asphalt Paver Operator

  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (24 miles from Minster, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

Join our experienced paving crew and operate modern equipment on impactful local projects. We're looking for an Asphalt Paver Operator with experience on commercial paving jobs-including city...

Demographic Data for Minster, OH

Moving to Minster, OH? Find some basic demographic data about Minster, OH below.


Local
National
5,251
157
Medium/Sm

Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLandscaping curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Heavy Equipment Operator Certification
Heavy Equipment Operator Course: Excavator & Skid Steer CertificationOur comprehensive Heavy Equipment Operator Course offers online training and expert instruction on two essential pieces of...
Construction: Heavy Equipment Awareness
Working with or around heavy equipment is unavoidable on most construction sites. That's why it's important that you have an awareness of what's happening around you at all times, so you can react...
Heavy Metal 101
This is not a metallurgy class! Learn everything you ever wanted to know about heavy metal music. Topics of this video lecture series include musicology, history, metal culture, music theory,...

Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Minster, OH

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 Minster, OH 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 Minster, OH
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills