Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mequon, WI

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

  • Milwaukee, WI (12 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (12 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 7 hours ago

Primary Duties: ? 50lbs Bags - Employees will be asked to grab 50lbs bags from delivery table to put them on pallets. ? Two employees take turns with the bags from the line until two pallets are...

CDL-A Local Driver & Forklift Operator + Excellent Benefits

  • Thiensville, WI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Thiensville, WI
  • 11 hours ago

ABF Freight is Now Hiring CDL-A Local Driver/Forklift Operator in West Allis, WI Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • Pewaukee, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pewaukee, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 1 day ago

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

2nd shift Forklift Operator

  • Waukesha, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Waukesha Employment Type: Hourly Shift: Second Work Arrangement: Onsite Position Summary: The Forklift Operator will properly operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload...

Certified Crane Operator

  • Waukesha, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Certified Crane Operator (CCO) Zenith Tech Inc. aWalbec Group Company Southeast WI./Southwest WI. Are you looking for anexciting career in road, highway, and bridge construction?...

Forklift Operator

  • Cedarburg, WI (8 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cedarburg, WI (8 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 3 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Our Kemps Cedarburg plant has an immediate opening fora face paced and motivated Gripper operator in our cooler. Grippersfunction similarly to forklifts in terms of operator...

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Night Shift

  • Franklin, WI (23 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, WI (23 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 5 days ago

What youll 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...

Forklift Operator - Immediate Openings

  • Milwaukee, WI (12 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (12 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 5 days ago

un Forklift Operator - Immediate Openings compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Operate forklifts to load, unload, and transport materials safely and efficiently. Perform daily...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Franklin, WI (23 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Franklin, WI (23 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 7 days ago

What youll 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...

Forklift Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shift

  • Waukesha, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description MetalTek International is an industry leader, providing metal casting solutions to customers from around the world with products that reach the depths of the...

Forklift Operator

  • Waukesha, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Overview Steinhafels is currently recruiting for an Order Selector / Forklift Operator at our Waukesha Distribution Center. Starting pay for the Forklift Operator role is $18/hour. As the Forklift...

Overhead Crane Operator - 2nd shift

  • Waukesha, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (18 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Eaton's is currently seeking a Overhead Crane Operator - 2nd shift to join our team on Lincoln Ave. in Waukesha, WI! The hourly range for this position is $22.30 per hour + $2.50/hr shift premium....

Forklift Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shift

  • New Berlin, WI (16 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Berlin, WI (16 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shift Job Description Join a team that produces delicious sweet potato chips fried in avocado oil, renowned for being free of the top 9 most common allergens in snack...

"A" Crane Operator

  • Milwaukee, WI (12 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (12 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 11 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cableequipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in manydirections. - Determine load weights and check them against...

Forklift Operator - 1st & 2nd Shift

  • Belgium, WI (19 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Belgium, WI (19 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 13 days ago

At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich peoples lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation...

Demographic Data for Mequon, WI

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mequon, WI

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 Mequon, WI offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.5%
Bachelor's Degree
24.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.2%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
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 Mequon, WI
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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