Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fairview, OR

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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CDL Driver & Crane Operator

  • Vancouver, WA (17 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Vancouver, WA (17 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 11 hours ago

Local CDL A or Local CDL B Driver w/ Knuckleboom or w/ Crane Certification We are committed to the personal and professional growth of our team members and we show this by having a clear path of...

Forklift Operator Great Company Multiple Shifts

  • Clackamas, OR (10 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Clackamas, OR (10 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 23 hours ago

Forklift Operator Our Client is a contract packer or co-packer, co-packs ready to drink beverage products in aluminum cans ranging from juices, energy drinks, teas and carbonated soda drinks in a...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Beaverton, OR (17 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Beaverton, OR (17 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 1 day ago

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

Reach Forklift Operator

  • Beaverton, OR (17 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (17 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 3 days ago

Reach Forklift Operator** **Job Description** We are currently seeking an experienced Reach Forklift Operator for the Receiving Department. This role involves operating a Reach Lift to unload and...

YARD LABOR & FORKLIFT OPERATOR Union

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Durham Branch - Portland, OR Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $21.79 - $24.79 Hourly Job Shift : Day POSITION SUMMARY About Us At Mutual Materials, we've been...

Forklift Operator

  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 10 days ago

Sit Down Forklift 1st Shift Great Forklift Job Opportunity! Sit Down Forklift Operator 1st Shift Mon-Friday 7am-3:30pm Pay: $22.75 Gear Up for a Safer, Rewarding Future: Forklift Drivers Wanted!...

Forklift Operator, Loader II

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 12 days ago

Id : 28924, Title : Forklift Operator, Loader II, Category : Freight Handling, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...667, ExternalPostedStartDate : null, JobLevel : null,...

Portland - Forklift Operator/Warehouse 18-24

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 12 days ago

PLEASE APPLYY DIRECTLY OR REACH OUT TO JOSHUA PURVIS @... OR ...******* **Manufacturing companylocated in Portland is looking for experienced warehouse workers with forklift experience. Company if...

US Forklift/ Heavy Machine Operator I

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 17 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 17 days ago

Airswift is searching for a Forklift operator to work on a long-term assignment in Portland, OR. Description: The main function of a warehouse worker is to receive, store and issue materials,...

Forklift Operator 21/HR

  • Tualatin, OR (19 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 18 days ago
  • Tualatin, OR (19 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 18 days ago

Forklift Operator and Material Handler Job Description We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator and Material Handler to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for picking,...

Hazmat Material Handler/Forklift Operator

  • Sherwood, OR (24 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 19 days ago
  • Sherwood, OR (24 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 19 days ago

OPTI STAFFING IS HIRING! M-F 7am-5pm Expect 50hr work weeks $22-$28 DOE (Depending On Experience) Sherwood Who we are: Founded in 1926 - a time when the nation was healing and rebuilding from...

Crane Operator

  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Summary As a Crane Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of cranes and other heavy equipment on construction sites. Reporting to the Site Supervisor, your core...

Load Builder/Forklift Operator

  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom...

Forklift Operator, Non Formula

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 60+ days ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Forklift Operator

  • Clackamas, OR (10 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Clackamas, OR (10 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Fairview, OR

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fairview, OR

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 Fairview, OR offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.1%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.4%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Fairview, OR
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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