Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Virginia

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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Excavator Operator, Pipe Foreman, Loader Operator

  • Suffolk, VA
  • 26 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA
  • 26 days ago

Local underground utility construction contractor seeking experienced Excavator Operator, Pipe Foreman, Loader Operator. Benefit package including: Dental Insurance Health Insurance 401 K Paid...

2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Forest, VA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Forest, VA
  • 3 hours ago

2nd Shift Forklift Operator Category:Light Industrial Location:Forest, VA 24551 Pay:$17.00 Hourly Posted:1 day ago Status:Open Description 2nd Shift Forklift Operator Lifting the world up, one...

1st Shift Forklift Operator

  • Forest, VA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Forest, VA
  • 4 hours ago

1st Shift Forklift Operator Category:Light Industrial Location:Forest, VA 24551 Pay:$16.00 Hourly Posted:1 day ago Status:Open Description 1st Shift Forklift Operator We are looking for reliable,...

NCCCO Certified Crane Operator

  • Ruther Glen, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Ruther Glen, VA
  • 7 hours ago

Description Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced NCCCO Certified Crane Operators for projects located in the Ruther Glen, VA area. This is a first shift opportunity and the...

Forklift Operator

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 16 hours ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator Position: Forklift Operator Pay Rate: $17.50/hour Shift: Day Shift Schedule Options: * *_(May not be an option, you may be assigned one of the two depending on...

Bulldozer Operator

  • Lorton, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lorton, VA
  • 1 day ago

Shirley Contracting Company Bulldozer Operator in New Kent , Virginia Shirley prides itself on attracting, developing and retaining the best employees in the industry. We hire ambitious and...

Forklift Operator

  • Elkwood, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Elkwood, VA
  • 1 day ago

FORKLIFT OPERATOR Elkwood, VA Mar 13, 2025 Masis Staffing is now hiring experienced Forklift Operators to work at our client site in Elkwood, VA. This is a great temp to perm opportunity for...

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of...

Pipe Crew Loader Operator (Underground Utility)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

Phillips & Jordan, Inc. (P&J), a Phillips Infrastructure Holdings, Inc. company, is a certified woman-owned, heavy civil and power infrastructure contractor established in 1952. P&J is a proven...

Pipe Crew Backhoe Operator (Underground Utility)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

Phillips & Jordan, Inc. (P&J), a Phillips Infrastructure Holdings, Inc. company, is a certified woman-owned, heavy civil and power infrastructure contractor established in 1952. P&J is a proven...

Forklift Operator

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview Legacy Supply Chain is hiring Forklift Operators to support our operation located in Richmond, VA. As a Forklift Operator, you will be utilizing an electric Cherry Picker/Order...

Outbound Auditor/Stand-up Forklift Operator

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 1 day ago

Wage Rate $20.50/Hour Overview Overview Keefe Group is a division of TKC Holdings, Inc. that is the industry leader in the commissary market. We run an essential business serving our communities...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Rocky Mount, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Rocky Mount, VA
  • 1 day ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down 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...

Bulldozer Operator

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary Branch's Civil Division is searching for an experienced and safety-oriented Bulldozer Operator to join our well-established, growing company. The Bulldozer Operator operates a...

Excavator Operator

  • Abingdon, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Abingdon, VA
  • 2 days ago

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt....

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.2%
Bachelor's Degree
25.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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