Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Unionville, 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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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Shelbyville, TN (10 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Shelbyville, TN (10 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 6 days ago

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

Yard Loader Operator

  • Murfreesboro, TN (18 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (18 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 7 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,...

Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Murfreesboro, TN (18 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (18 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 16 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...

Crane Operator -2nd shift

  • Murfreesboro, TN (18 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (18 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 17 days ago

As a Crane Operator at Steel Technologies, your main responsibility is to operate a crane to lift and move materials, equipment and/or products. Your detail and attentiveness are critical to...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Lewisburg, TN (13 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lewisburg, TN (13 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 21 days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator Lewisburg, TN, 37091, USA Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring Full Time Warehouse Material Handlers in Spring Hill, TN Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Columbia, TN (22 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Columbia, TN (22 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 21 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-2nd Shift

  • Smyrna, TN (23 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (23 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 25 days 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...

Forklift Operator Warehouse Material Handler

  • Spring Hill, TN (19 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spring Hill, TN (19 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Forklift Operator II

  • Smyrna, TN (23 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (23 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview The Forklift Operator II is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Shelbyville, TN (10 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shelbyville, TN (10 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Hourly Wage: $20.2 - $23.7 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Smyrna, TN (23 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (23 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 30+ 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Smyrna, TN (23 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (23 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Sit down and Stand up forklift positions available, must have at least 6 months experience. Must pass drug screen and background.

Warehouse Forklift Operator Material Handler Hiring Immediately

  • Columbia, TN (22 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, TN (22 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 45+ 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...

Material Handler Forklift Operator

  • Spring Hill, TN (19 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Spring Hill, TN (19 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring Full Time Material Handlers in Spring Hill, Tennessee Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $20.33 per hour Overtime Pay $30.50 per hour...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Spring Hill, TN (19 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Spring Hill, TN (19 miles from Unionville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Unionville, TN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Unionville, 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 Unionville, TN offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
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 Unionville, 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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