Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Ridgefield, WA

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

  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Forklift Operator Overview: Join our dynamic team as a Forklift Operator, where youll play a fundamental role in ensuring efficient and safe warehouse operations. Youll transport merchandise using...

Forklift Operator / Shipping & Receiving

  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4289790 Job Title: Forklift Operator / Shipping & Receiving Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Hillsboro Date Posted: 06/11/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift:...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator - Full Time

  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operators / Dock Workers / Full-time Join the Oak Harbor Freight Lines family, where success and tradition meet in a regional trucking story spanning over a century. With 107 years and...

Forklift Operator / Dock Worker - PART TIME

  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operators / Dock Workers / Part Time Join the Oak Harbor Freight Lines family, where success and tradition meet in a regional trucking story spanning over a century. With 107 years and...

Forklift Operator

  • Vancouver, WA (7 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (7 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Forklift Operator Paying $20.20 / HR Location: Vancouver, WA Responsibilities: Utilize sit down forklift to move materials and stage for production. Move finished product with forklift to...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time - $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 6 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 9 days ago

un Forklift Operator compensation: $21-24/hr. DOE Forklift Operator We are hiring a skilled Forklift Operator for a two-month warehouse project. This active role involves both operating a forklift...

Forklift Operator And Material Handler

  • North Plains, OR (18 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • North Plains, OR (18 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Operator and Material Handler Job Description We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Shipping Clerk to support shipping operations at our facility. This role involves a combination...

Load Builder/Forklift Operator

  • Ridgefield, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Ridgefield, WA
  • 11 days ago

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom...

Forklift Operator

  • Beaverton, OR (21 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (21 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 11 days ago

We are seeking a versatile Warehouse Specialist with a functional understanding of all warehouse operations, including receiving and shipping to domestic and international customers. Working...

Forklift Operator/Material Handler - Full Time!

  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 22 days ago

Forklift Operator/Material Handler Pay: $20/hr+ with the opportunity for overtime! Shift/Hours: This role requires the ability to work any shift (day, swing, or graveyard) based on operational...

Portland - Forklift Operator/Warehouse 18-24

  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 24 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4286254 Job Title: PORTLAND - FORKLIFT OPERATOR/WAREHOUSE 18-24 Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Portland Date Posted: 06/06/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 24 days ago

Job Description Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or...

Warehouse Technician (Forklift Operator, Swing)

  • Woodland, WA (10 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Woodland, WA (10 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 24 days ago

Job Description: JOB PURPOSE: Work with packaging lines providing material needed to operate (bags, pallets, slip sheets, chipboard, etc.). Transport finished goods from packaging lines to stretch...

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Portland, OR (20 miles from Ridgefield, WA)
  • 24 days ago

Tellworks Logistics, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia with locations throughout the United States, is a leading provider of supply chain services. Our company offers warehouse and logistics...

Demographic Data for Ridgefield, WA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Ridgefield, WA

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 Ridgefield, WA 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 Ridgefield, WA
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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