Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Gladeville, 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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Shipping Receiving / Forklift Operator

  • La Vergne, TN (10 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 4 hours ago
  • La Vergne, TN (10 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 4 hours ago

Shipping / Receiving Forklift Operator 1st Shift / Starting at $20 per Hour / La Vergne, TN JOB SUMMARY The primary role for the Shipping / Receiving – Forklift Operator is moving material around...

Material Handler-Forklift Operator

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 15 hours 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...

Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 17 hours ago

Stand-Up Forklift Operator** **Job Description** We are looking for an experienced Stand-Up Forklift Operator to efficiently handle and prepare steel beams and flats for loading. This position...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Antioch, TN (14 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Antioch, TN (14 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 18 hours ago

Position Description 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...

Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Murfreesboro, TN (23 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (23 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Are you ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career? Do you thrive in a team environment that challenges you to be your best? Join 84 Lumber, a family-owned company founded on growth,...

"Experienced" Dump Truck operator CDL required

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 1 day 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...

Material Handler / Forklift Operator

  • Lebanon, TN (13 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, TN (13 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, staging, and storage of raw materials, fabricated components, and finished goods within a pipe...

Forklift Operator

  • La Vergne, TN (10 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN (10 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Order Picker Needed $20/hr! Job Description We are seeking skilled order selectors to join our dynamic warehouse team. You will play a crucial role in our operations by wearing a headset to...

Forklift Operator

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator Immediate Hire All Shifts Hit a Home Run for Your Career with This Great Forklift Job! Looking to score your next great Warehouse job? Weve got just what youre looking...

"Experienced" Dump Truck operator CDL required

  • Old Hickory, TN (14 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Old Hickory, TN (14 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Looking to hire EXPERIENCED!!!!! DUMPTRUCK operators & OTR HotShot drivers "flatbed" 22% of load.. For day shift..PLEASE HAVE A CLEAN MVR!! We pay bi-weekly wit 1 week in the hole.. Starting pay...

2nd & 3rd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Lebanon, TN (13 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (13 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Georgia-Pacific is looking for Forklift Operators for our Lebanon, TN corrugated sheet feeder plant! Salary $20.25 per hour + $1.00 after 90 day probationary period 2 nd and 3 rd shift...

Warehouse Overhead Crane Operator

  • La Vergne, TN (10 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN (10 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Summary: The overhead crane operator is responsible for pulling slab orders accurately and safely. This task will be performed using the overhead cranes. Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 07:00 AM...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift (Rail)

  • La Vergne, TN (10 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN (10 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift (Rail) Application Deadline: 18 July 2025 Department: Packaging Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: La Vergne, TN Description The Forklift Operator is...

Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Lebanon, TN (13 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (13 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 8 days ago

Position Summary: Penske Logistics is looking for experienced Forklift Operators to join our excellent team! The position operates forklifts to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise...

Forklift Operator, Dayshift

  • Lebanon, TN (13 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (13 miles from Gladeville, TN)
  • 10 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...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Gladeville, 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 Gladeville, TN offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.0%
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 Gladeville, 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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