Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Slinger, 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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Shipping & Receiving Forklift Operator

  • Richfield, WI (4 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Richfield, WI (4 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Shipping & Receiving Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 20 - $ 22 / Hour location_on Richfield, Wisconsin work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Job...

Aggregate Loader Operator - Michels Road & Stone, Inc.

  • Lomira, WI (19 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lomira, WI (19 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Michels Road & Stone, Inc. is shaping the future. We provide and place materials for road, airport, mass excavation and shoreline protection projects. Our projects are large; the tolerance for...

Forklift Operator

  • Cedarburg, WI (12 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cedarburg, WI (12 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 3 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Kemps has immediate job openings for fast paced and motivated warehouse operators to perform any combination of picking, pulling, and building orders, palletizing products,...

Forklift Operator

  • Waukesha, WI (20 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (20 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 4 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Forklift Operator Zenith Tech a Walbec Group Company Waukesha, WI. Are you looking for an exciting career supporting operations in road, highway, and bridge construction? Zenith...

Forklift Operator

  • Pewaukee, WI (16 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pewaukee, WI (16 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 5 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

  • Mayville, WI (18 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mayville, WI (18 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 5 days ago

SHIFT - Monday - Friday : 2:30-11:00PM GFL Benefits: Compensation - $20-$24/hr 15 days of paid time off Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options Paid Parental Leave 401(k) with an...

Loader Operator I

  • Sussex, WI (12 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sussex, WI (12 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 5 days ago

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions. Responsible for operating...

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Cedarburg, WI (12 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedarburg, WI (12 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Kemps has immediate job openings for fast paced and motivated warehouse operators to perform any combination of picking, pulling, and building orders, palletizing products, loading, unloading, and...

Material Handler/Forklift Operator- Second Shift

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (14 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (14 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 17 days ago

Company Description** A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest...

Forklift Operator/Yard Team - County Materials

  • Oconomowoc, WI (19 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI (19 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 24 days ago

Forklift Operator/Yard Team - County Materials Central Processing 401(k) United States, Wisconsin, Oconomowoc S15 W33633 WOLF ROAD (Show on map) Jun 03, 2025 County Materials Corporationis a...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-time

  • West Allis, WI (24 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 27 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (24 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 27 days ago

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 other freight...

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

  • West Allis, WI (24 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 27 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (24 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 27 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 Material Handler

  • Waukesha, WI (20 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 27 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (20 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 27 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position: Forklift Operator / Material Handler Position Hours:1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Monday - Friday) Position Wage: \$22.00 - \$26.00. Summary:This role is responsible...

Certified Crane Operator Bridge

  • Waukesha, WI (20 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (20 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 29 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Certified Crane Operator (CCO) Zenith Tech a Walbec Group Company Wisconsin Are you looking for an exciting career in road, highway, and bridge construction? Zenith Tech of the...

Forklift Operator

  • Mayville, WI (18 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mayville, WI (18 miles from Slinger, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

SHIFT - Monday - Friday : 2:30-11:00PM GFL Benefits: Compensation - $20-$24/hr 15 days of paid time off Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options Paid Parental Leave 401(k) with an...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Slinger, 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 Slinger, WI offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
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 Slinger, 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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