Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Hooper, UT

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 And Material Handler

  • Centerville, UT (21 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Centerville, UT (21 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator and Material Handler** **Job Description** Join an industry leader in highway safety products, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to a dynamic market. As a Forklift...

Forklift Operator

  • Kaysville, UT (15 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kaysville, UT (15 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 2 days ago

ALPLA is a global family-owned, privately held company that makes innovative, customized, recycled packaging for top companies such as P&G, Unilever, L'Oreal, Pepsi, and more. ALPLA values their...

Industrial Forklift Operator

  • Centerville, UT (21 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Centerville, UT (21 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 5 days ago

Forklift Operator and Material Handler Job Description Join an industry leader in highway safety products, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to a dynamic market. As a Forklift Operator...

Forklift Operator (hirevue)

  • Ogden, UT (10 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ogden, UT (10 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 6 days ago

Join one of the largest bottlers and distributor s of the world’s most iconic beverage brands! Why you’ll love working at Swire Coca-Cola (enrollment in a Swire Medical Plan is required for some...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS

  • Ogden, UT (10 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ogden, UT (10 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 6 days ago

$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!!! Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Willard, UT (11 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Willard, UT (11 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 13 days ago

Hourly Wage: $22.7 - $26.2 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Ogden, UT (2 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Ogden, UT (2 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 15 days ago

Job ID: 512011 Non-Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North...

Dump Truck Operator

  • Ogden, UT (10 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ogden, UT (10 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

equipment operators. current DOT medical card, current CDL, MUST HAVE CLEAN DRIVING RECORD!...

Forklift Operator I / 2nd Shift - 5:30PM to 4:00AM

  • Ogden, UT (10 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ogden, UT (10 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

About the Position The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment. The Forklift Operator is responsible for utilizing the lift equipment...

Forklift Operator (Pleasant View, UT)

  • Pleasant View, UT (2 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pleasant View, UT (2 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 45+ 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Brigham City, UT (22 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brigham City, UT (22 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 60+ days ago

Req ID: 464041 Address: 1265 W 300 N Brigham City, UT, 84302 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program* Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Ogden, UT (10 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ogden, UT (10 miles from Hooper, UT)
  • 90+ days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

Demographic Data for Hooper, UT

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Hooper, UT

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 Hooper, UT offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.3%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

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