Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in West Bend, 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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Crane Operator

  • Fond du Lac, WI (21 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fond du Lac, WI (21 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 3 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Crane Operator Job ID 2025-9012 \# of Openings 1 Type Full-Time Job Location: Address 132 Trowbridge Dr. State WI City Fond du Lac ZIP Code 54937 Shift Third Overview Under...

Forklift Operator, C

  • Belgium, WI (15 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Belgium, WI (15 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 3 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...

Shipping & Receiving Forklift Operator

  • Richfield, WI (14 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Richfield, WI (14 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 7 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 (14 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lomira, WI (14 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 8 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 (13 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cedarburg, WI (13 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 8 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

  • Mayville, WI (18 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Mayville, WI (18 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 10 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 (22 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Sussex, WI (22 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 10 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 (13 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cedarburg, WI (13 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 11 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...

Forklift Operator (Part-Time) - Afternoon Shift

  • Fond du Lac, WI (21 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Fond du Lac, WI (21 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 15 days ago

Forklift Operator (Part-Time) - Afternoon Shift What you'll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations,...

Material Handler/Forklift Operator- Second Shift

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (22 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (22 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 22 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...

Loader Operator-Shipping/Floater

  • Oakfield, WI (23 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 27 days ago
  • Oakfield, WI (23 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 27 days ago

This is a 1st Shift Position Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 8 Paid Holidays, Paid Birthday Off, Paid Vacation, Paid Annual Volunteer Day, Extreme...

Forklift Operator

  • Mayville, WI (18 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mayville, WI (18 miles from West Bend, 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...

Forklift Operator - 1st & 2nd Shift

  • Colgate, WI (18 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Colgate, WI (18 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Overview Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into trucks or storage...

Forklift Operator - 1st & 2nd Shift

  • Germantown, WI (16 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Germantown, WI (16 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift Operator - 1st & 2nd Shift Green Bay Packaging life insurance, 401(k) United States, Wisconsin, Germantown W190N11393 Carnegie Drive (Show on map) Jun 14, 2025 Description Position...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Germantown, WI (16 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Germantown, WI (16 miles from West Bend, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Overview Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into trucks or storage...

Demographic Data for West Bend, WI

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in West Bend, 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 West Bend, WI offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.3%
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 West Bend, 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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