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 Great Company Multiple Shifts

  • Clackamas, OR
  • moments ago
  • Clackamas, OR
  • moments 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
  • 4 hours ago
  • Beaverton, OR
  • 4 hours 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Albany, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, OR
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating forklifts and other material handling...

Aggregate Loader Operator

  • Scappoose, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Scappoose, OR
  • 2 days ago

equipment operator Knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of crushers, wash plants, conveyors, material washers, and various other types of fixed and mobile equipment used in the...

Reach Forklift Operator

  • Beaverton, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR
  • 2 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 4 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...

Loader Operator

  • Roseburg, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Roseburg, OR
  • 4 days ago

Job ID: 510041 Umpqua Sand & Gravel, A CRH Company, values a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion. We are a dynamic, growth-oriented, national aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and...

Forklift Operator / Dock Worker / Full Time

  • Salem, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 5 days ago

LTL Experience Required 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...

Loader Operator

  • Roseburg, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Roseburg, OR
  • 5 days ago

Job ID: 510041 Umpqua Sand & Gravel, A CRH Company, values a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion. We are a dynamic, growth-oriented, national aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and...

Customer Service Forklift Operator

  • Eugene, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 6 days ago

APPLY HERE: JOIN EUGENE'S LEADING LANDSCAPE SUPPLY COMPANY! Lane Forest Products has a full time openings for a Customer Service / Forklift Operator in our outdoor Retail yard in Eugene! If you...

Forklift Operator (Crew B) Ontario, OR

  • Ontario, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Ontario, OR
  • 6 days 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...

Experienced Excavator Operator

  • Fairview, OR
  • 7 days ago
  • Fairview, OR
  • 7 days ago

Join Portlands top-rated environmental services company and be a part of our team! We are fast-growing, locally owned, and looking for hard workers with positive attitudes who are experienced in...

Forklift Operator

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 9 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 9 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!...

Load Builder/Forklift Operator

  • Bend, OR
  • 9 days ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 9 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...

Loader Operator - Hood River Sand and Gravel (Hood River, OR)

  • Hood River, OR
  • 11 days ago
  • Hood River, OR
  • 11 days ago

507980 Hood River Sand, Gravel & Ready-Mix, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division family, values a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion. We are a dynamic,...

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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
36.0%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.4%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
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 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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