Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Pleasant View, 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 (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 2 days 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...

Lead Excavator Operator- Pipe

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 4 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 FT

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 8 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 12 days ago

Forklift Operator Category:Light Industrial Location:Nashville, TN 37217 Pay:$19.00 Hourly Posted:4 days ago Status:Open Description Forklift Operator Are you looking to work for a well-known...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 12 days 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...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 14 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 II - 3rd Shift

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 22 days ago

Requisition ID: 224186 Posting Locations: Nashville Pay Range: $18.17 - $22.87, depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly Click here to view a Day in the Life of our Teammates! Work Schedule:...

Forklift Operator

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 29 days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator All Shifts Hit It Out of The Park with This Warehouse Job Opportunity! Competitive Pay. Advancement Opportunities. We are looking for Forklift Drivers for this...

Forklift Operator, Letdown (R200247)

  • Nashville, TN (18 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (18 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Company: US0060 Sysco Nashville, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 37209 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual...

Forklift Operator

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Join the #1 beer distributor in the United States! We are hiring immediately and offering the following: DET Beverages Location: Nashville, TN Shift: Monday - Friday (Full Time) Must be 18 years...

Forklift Operator - FAC Shift

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift Operator - FAC Shift 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars Whites Creek, TN What you'll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic...

Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Hendersonville, TN (24 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, TN (24 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview The full-time Hot Shot Puller is responsible for accurately and promptly pulling outgoing and staging orders (fill-in and will-call). This is a warehouse associate position that acts as a...

Forklift Operator - FAC Shift

  • Whites Creek, TN (14 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Whites Creek, TN (14 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Availability to work...

Night Shift Underground Wheel Loader Operator

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Pleasant View, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 12 states with over 3,000 employees. RGI, established in 1908,...

Forklift Operator (Pleasant View, UT) - Sign On Bonus!

  • Pleasant View, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pleasant View, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Admiral Beverage believes in investing in its people, business partners, and communities, to continually grow and offer the best products and services in the region. With the strength of a large...

Demographic Data for Pleasant View, TN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Pleasant View, 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 Pleasant View, 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 Pleasant View, 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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