Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Antioch, TN

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-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Description 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...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 3 days ago

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

Forklift Operator

  • Smyrna, TN (10 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (10 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 8 days ago

Randstad at Topre is Now Hiring – Sit Down Forklift Operators Join a team that keeps things moving! Randstad is hiring Sit Down Forklift Operators for Topre, a leading manufacturer in Smyrna, TN....

Forklift Operator-2nd Shift

  • Mount Juliet, TN (16 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Mount Juliet, TN (16 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 9 days ago

Job Overview Legacy Supply Chain is hiring Forklift Operators to support our distribution center located in Mt. Juliet, TN. As a Forklift Operator, you will be utilizing a Cherry Picker/Order...

Forklift Operator II

  • La Vergne, TN (6 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN (6 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 11 days ago

Requisition ID: 229573 Posting Locations: LaVergne Pay Range: $ 20.70 - $ 22.00 per hour - depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly Pay Range: $ 20.70 - $ 22.00 per hour 3rd Shift Full time...

Forklift Operator(2Nd Shift)

  • Smyrna, TN (10 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (10 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 12 days ago

FORKLIFT OPERATOR(2ND SHIFT) Jul 14, 2025 Smyrna, TN Pay Rate : $18 per hour Forklift Operator -(Automotive Industry) Job Type: Temp to Hire Shift: 2nd Shift Hours: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM Pay:...

Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using various types of forklifts or other power...

Forklift Operator

  • Kingston Springs, TN (24 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Kingston Springs, TN (24 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Forklift Operator Requisition ID: 5337 Location: Kingston Springs, TN, US, 37082 Department: Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles) Travel: No Travel Required **If you are a GPI employee,...

Forklift Operator - Picker - 1st Shift

  • La Vergne, TN (6 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN (6 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Forklift Operator - Picker - 1st Shift Department: Packaging Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: La Vergne, TN Description The Forklift Operator is responsible for completing material...

Forklift Operator

  • La Vergne, TN (6 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN (6 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 16 days ago

Forklift Operator Day, Evening and Night Shifts Wanted: Forklift Operators Day, Evening and Night Shifts Available Elevate Your Career: Join Our Team of Forklift Pros! Got the right forklift...

Material Handler-Forklift Operator

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 21 days ago

Build your future with BlueLinx as a Material Handler / Forklift Operator! Are you ready to be a vital part of a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Antioch, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Antioch, TN
  • 21 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring Full Time Warehouse Material Handlers in Spring Hill, TN Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $20.33 per hour Overtime Pay $30.50 per hour Additional Pay: $1.25...

"Experienced" Dump Truck operator CDL required

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 22 days ago

un "Experienced" Dump Truck operator CDL required!!! (Nashville) Donnell&Sonz compensation: 22.50 /25.00 employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Dump Truck operator Looking to...

Forklift Operator

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift Operator Automation Personnel Services is looking for Forklift Operators for a major beverage manufacturer based in Nashville, TN. You will be working with the largest beverage company in...

Forklift Operator

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Antioch, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Sit Down Forklift Operators Needed $19/hr!** **Job Description** We are seeking skilled forklift operators to efficiently manage tasks within a manufacturing and warehouse environment. The role...

Demographic Data for Antioch, TN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Antioch, TN

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 Antioch, TN 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 Antioch, TN
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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