Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Oregon

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 $22/Hour

  • Portland, OR
  • 13 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 13 hours ago

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting experienced forklift operators for day & swing shift positions with our clients in Portland. These are evaluation-to-hire opportunities, where...

Loader Operator(972H) - Full Time

  • McMinnville, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • McMinnville, OR
  • 1 day ago

MUST PASS PRE-EMPLOYMENT FULL PANEL DRUG SCREEN -if you can't pass DON'T APPLY - this includes Marijuana - random drug screen performed monthly Dependable, hard worker that will show up....

Forklift Operator (Crew D) Ontario, OR

  • Ontario, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, OR
  • 1 day ago

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including...

Forklift Operator

  • Milwaukie, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukie, OR
  • 1 day ago

Primary Responsibility: Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not...

Forklift Operator Great Company Multiple Shifts

  • Clackamas, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Clackamas, OR
  • 2 days 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 II - Receiving

  • Woodburn, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodburn, OR
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary Forklift Operator II is responsible for the loading and unloading of material on trucks and rail cars. Maintains correct paperwork and shipping and receiving records are required....

Forklift Operator

  • Milton Freewater, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Milton Freewater, OR
  • 2 days ago

Forklift/Yard Loader** **Employer: ** Noble Panels & Gates 51756 Fruitvale Rd Milton Freewater, OR 97862 **Job Title: Forklift / Yard Loader** **Rate of Pay: Varies** **Hours:** Hours are subject...

Forklift Operator, Non Formula

  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 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...

CDL Driver & Crane Operator

  • Eugene, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 3 days 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...

Reach Truck Forklift Operator

  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 5am- 1:30pm + OT We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching,...

Warehouse Overhead Crane Operator

  • Tualatin, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Tualatin, OR
  • 3 days ago

WAREHOUSE OVERHEAD CRANE OPERATOR WAREHOUSE JOBS Location: Tualatin, OR Summary: The overhead crane operator is responsible for pulling slab orders accurately and safely. This task will be...

Forklift Operator/material Handler

  • Eugene, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 5 days ago

Forklift Operator and Material Handler Job Description As a Forklift Operator and Material Handler, you will operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries, moving...

Crane Operator - Slayden

  • Dexter, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Dexter, OR
  • 5 days ago

Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. (MWH), is currently seeking an experienced Carpenter to support a critical infrastructure construction project...

Forklift Operator / Shipping & Receiving

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 6 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4289790 Job Title: Forklift Operator / Shipping & Receiving Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Hillsboro Date Posted: 06/11/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift:...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator - Full Time

  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago

Forklift Operators / Dock Workers / Full-time Join the Oak Harbor Freight Lines family, where success and tradition meet in a regional trucking story spanning over a century. With 107 years and...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Oregon

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 Oregon offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
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 Oregon
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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