Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Little Mountain, 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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Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 20 hours ago

Staffmark is hiring a Stand Up Forklift Operator in Columbia, SC. Start a new and exciting career today. We can offer you something most staffing agencies can't Earned Wage Access (access a...

Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 1 day ago

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Stand-Up Forklift Operators in Columbia, South Carolina Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $16.50 per hour Overtime Pay: $24.75 per hour...

Crane Operator - 4194

  • West Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 1 day 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...

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator

  • West Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 2 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...

Forklift Operator ARP

  • Blythewood, SC (20 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Blythewood, SC (20 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and...

Forklift Operator

  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 9 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...

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

  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 12 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...

Crane Operator

  • Lexington, SC (15 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (15 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 15 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...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Cayce, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Cayce, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 16 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Cayce, South Carolina Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $16.50 per hour Additional Pay: $1.00 per hour for second...

Forklift Operator - Hiring Now!

  • Newberry, SC (16 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Newberry, SC (16 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 17 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...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 19 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Forklift Operators in Columbia, South Carolina Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly + Hourly Pay: $16.50 per hour + Additional Pay: $1.00 per hour shift...

Loader Operator

  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 21 days ago

We are looking for a dynamic and talented mining Heavy Equipment Operators for our fast-growing, forward thinking mining client in Columbia, SC....

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 21 days ago

Tellworks Logistics, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia with locations throughout the United States, is a leading provider of supply chain services. Our company offers warehouse and logistics...

Forklift Operator- Camden

  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (23 miles from Little Mountain, SC)
  • 27 days ago

Recruiting Solutions is seeking Material Handler/ Forklift Operatorsfor a reputable industrial client in the Camden, SC area. General responsibilities include moving materials throughout the...

Demographic Data for Little Mountain, SC

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Little Mountain, 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 Little Mountain, SC offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.3%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

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