Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Walland, 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 Lead

  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Overview: Forklift Operator LeadThe Forklift Operator Lead loads, unloads, stages, pulls and distributes pallets of product supplies. Rotates floor stock by moving oldest product first....

Loader Operator

  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 2 hours ago

Copart, Inc. a technology leader and the premier online vehicle auction platform globally, with over 200 facilities located across the world, Copart links vehicle sellers to more than 750,000...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Maryville, TN (17 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Maryville, TN (17 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 17 hours ago

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

Part Time 2nd Shift Forklift Operator I

  • Concord Farr, TN (18 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Concord Farr, TN (18 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 22 hours ago

Requisition ID: 221861 Posting Locations: Knoxville Pay Range: [[$18.00]] - [[$19.00]], depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly This is a Second-shift position with hours from 3:00 PM until...

Part Time 2nd Shift Forklift Operator I

  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Requisition ID: 221861 Posting Locations: Knoxville Pay Range: [[$18.00]] - [[$19.00]], depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly This is a Second-shift position with hours from 3:00 PM until...

TN - Distribution Center Forklift Operator (1st Shift)

  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Company Profile "Enhancing the Lives of Those We Touch by Helping People Reach Their Goals" At Melaleuca, our focus is on wellness and everything we accomplish is done with an eye toward promoting...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • Maryville, TN (17 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Maryville, TN (17 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 12 days ago

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

Forklift Operator - Full-Time - Night Shift

  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 13 days ago

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 math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Crane Operator - Ladle

  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 13 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ There's more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it's the people inside our...

Forklift Operator Putaway - Sysco Knoxville (R158045)

  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Forklift Operator Putaway - Sysco Knoxville (R158045) Job Employer Name: Sysco KnoxvilleSpiderID: 13778712 Location: Knoxville, TennesseeDate Posted: 6/27/2024 Wage: DOE/HourlyCategory:...

Forklift Operator Letdown - Sysco Knoxville (R158184)

  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Forklift Operator Letdown - Sysco Knoxville (R158184) Job Employer Name: Sysco KnoxvilleSpiderID: 13778709 Location: Knoxville, TennesseeDate Posted: 6/27/2024 Wage: DOECategory:...

Crane Operator - Ladle

  • Knoxville, TN (19 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (19 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 16 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

Forklift Operator FT, Loader IV

  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 25 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $22.24 hr 3rd Shift, Full-Time, Monday 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM, Tuesday - Friday 2:00 AM - 11:00 AM Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment...

Crane Operator - 3827

  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 27 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (16 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 27 days ago

PURPOSE - Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the...

Forklift Operator- No weekends!

  • Maryville, TN (17 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maryville, TN (17 miles from Walland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

ResourceMFG is looking for skilled forklift drivers for a distribution company in Maryville, TN. Monday - Friday 3:30pm-12:00am $19.10 per hour Job Description: Operate sit down, propane forklift...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Walland, 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 Walland, TN offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.3%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Some High School
3.6%
Master's Degree
2.7%
Some College
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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