Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Columbia, SC

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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Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Job Description 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...

Relief Crane Operator

  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 6 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

Billet Crane Operator

  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 22 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

Crane Operator - 3827

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 25 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 25 days ago

Crane Operator - 3827 Barnhart Crane and Rigging West Columbia, South Carolina, United States 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description PURPOSE : Barnhart is built on a strong...

Excavator Operator - Columbia / Newberry, SC

  • Eastover, SC (18 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Eastover, SC (18 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 28 days ago

Reeves Construction Company, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the states North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri and Arkansas has been a key partner in the...

Stand Up Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Columbia, SC
  • 29 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 29 days ago

Stand Up Forklift Operator - 1st Shift 7am to 4pm Job Responsibilities: Receivers will unload live and drop trailers and transfer items to the various stockrooms around the warehouse to be racked....

Crane Operator - 4194

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

PURPOSE - Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the...

Forklift Operator

  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Description Forklift Operator What you will do: Strong commitment to working safely Performing daily inspections of lift trucks and completing required forms Ensuring lift truck maintenance and...

Crane Operator

  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview MasTec Civil is currently hiring Crane Operators to join our team. The Crane Operator is skilled craft position that performs on heavy construction projects within any combination of the...

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

  • Columbia, SC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 60+ days ago

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 same...

Stand Up Forklift Operator 3rd Shift

  • Columbia, SC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 60+ days ago

Stand Up Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift 10:00pm to 7:00am Job Responsibilities: Receivers will unload live and drop trailers and transfer items to the various stockrooms around the warehouse to be...

Stand Up Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • Columbia, SC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 90+ days ago

Stand Up Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift 4PM to 1AM Job Responsibilities: Receivers will unload live and drop trailers and transfer items to the various stockrooms around the warehouse to be racked....

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Columbia, SC

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 Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC
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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