Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Racine, 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, I

  • Kenosha, WI (7 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (7 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Remote Work: No Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic...

CDL-A Driver/Forklift Operator - Start At $30.99 Per Hour - Full-Time

  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 2 days ago

ABF Freight is Now Hiring Local CDL-A Drivers in West Allis, WI! CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator - Full-Time All fully qualified new hires applying before 06/30/2025 will start at the top...

Warehouse Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (14 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (14 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Additional Pay: $1.75 per hour when...

Stand Up Forklift Operator - 1st and 2nd Shift

  • Kenosha, WI (7 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (7 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Were Hiring! Stand Up Reach Forklift Operator - 1st and 2nd shift openings immediately available Shifts: 1st Shift - 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday 2nd Shift - 4:00pm-12:30am Monday-Friday Starting...

CDL-A Driver/Forklift Operator - Hourly Position + Multiple Shifts

  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 4 days ago

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

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • New Berlin, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Berlin, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 5 days 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Kenosha, WI (7 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (7 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Additional Pay: $0.75 per hour...

Forklift Operator

  • Greenfield, WI (21 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Greenfield, WI (21 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Description Forklift Operator Our Garden Segment is searching for an experienced Forklift Operator for our Greenfield, Mo. location. This position requires qualified candidates to be safety...

All fully qualified new hires applying before 06/30/2025 will start at the top pay rate of $30.99/hour! Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within...

Forklift Operator FT Loader V

  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $23.02 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment Come and experience the difference with R+L...

Experienced Road Grader Operator

  • Racine, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 10 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Experienced Road Grader Operator Payne + Dolan, Inc.-A Walbec Group Company Racine/Kenosha, Washington/Ozaukee Are youlooking for an exciting career in road, highway, and...

Backhoe Operator

  • New Berlin, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Berlin, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 10 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description: The Heavy Equipment Operator willoperate one or several types of power construction equipment, such asmotor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, compressors, pumps, derricks...

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Night Shift

  • Franklin, WI (15 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Franklin, WI (15 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 10 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

  • Kenosha, WI (7 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (7 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Forklift Operator Pay from $25 to $32 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Kenosha Branch 12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI 53144 Go-getters wanted! Looking to join a top-tier team?...

Forklift Operator (1st Shift)

  • Caledonia, WI (10 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Caledonia, WI (10 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 11 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Duties and Responsibilties of Job: At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Racine, 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 Racine, WI 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 Racine, 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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