Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in La Vergne, 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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Loader Operator - Nights

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Loader Operator - Nights Vulcan Materials Company - 3.5 Antioch, TN Job Details Full-time Estimated: $42.5K - $56.6K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance...

Forklift Operator-2nd Shift

  • Smyrna, TN (5 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Smyrna, TN (5 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 1 day ago

As a Forklift Operator at Steel Technologies, your main responsibility is to ensure material is being moved throughout the plant according to production standards. Safety is the utmost importance...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator 2500 Marty Robbins Dr, Lebanon, TN 37090, USA Req #6485 Friday, June 13, 2025 OnTrac is hiring a Forklift Operator! Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 1 day 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

  • Murfreesboro, TN (21 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (21 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operators Needed All Shifts Paying Up To $23/hr** **Job Description** We are seeking dedicated Forklift (Reach Truck/Stand-Up) Operators to work in a cold storage environment. The...

Forklift Operator

  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Material Handlers in Lebanon, TN Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $21.50 per hour Additional Pay: $2.00 per hour when...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a reach truck forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Forklift Operator (Stand Up) - 2nd Shift

  • La Vergne, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator (Stand Up) - 2nd Shift Department: Packaging Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: La Vergne, TN Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00 / hour Description The Forklift Operator...

Lead Excavator Operator- Pipe

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 3 days ago

GARNEY CONSTRUCTION An Lead Excavator Operator job in Nashville TN, is available at Garney Construction. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As an...

Forklift Operator

  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator | Royal Truck Body | Nashville, TN Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $18.00 - 19.50 What you'll do: Performs a combination of tasks including but not limited to ordering,...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Are you seeking more work life balance, or simply looking to gain some extra cash? If you answered yes, then Staffmark has the perfect job for you! We are seeking to fill a part time Warehouse...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • La Vergne, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN
  • 5 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a reach truck forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true,...

Forklift Operator FT

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $27.78 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of...

Warehouse/Forklift Operator

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

Hood Distribution is looking for a Warehouse/Forklift Operator for our Antioch, TN facility. Hood Distribution is a wholesale distributor of hardwood lumber, plywood, moldings, and related wood...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Murfreesboro, TN (21 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (21 miles from La Vergne, TN)
  • 8 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...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in La Vergne, 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 La Vergne, TN offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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