Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Wisconsin

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

  • WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • WI
  • 6 hours ago

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and...

Forklift Operator

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 20 - $ 22 / Hour location_on Milwaukee, Wisconsin work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Job Title: Forklift Operator...

Forklift Operator - 5001134353606

  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 1 day ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description PBNA \$25.05 / hour Unloads transport trucks delivering finished products to the warehouse and stores it in its designated warehouse space. Loads empty pallets...

Forklift Operator And Material Handler

  • Janesville, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator and Material Handler** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team in the Backshop on the B shift. This is a high-volume role that requires working...

Forklift Operator

  • Brillion, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Brillion, WI
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products - we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We...

Forklift Operator

  • Janesville, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records...

Forklift Operator

  • Belgium, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Belgium, WI
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we\'re committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people\'s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of...

Forklift Operator $22/hr.

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 3 days ago

At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products - we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams,...

Forklift Operator/Pipe Yard Team

  • Oconomowoc, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI
  • 3 days ago

County Materials Corporation is a leading manufacturer and trusted industry resource for concrete construction and landscape products. For more than 75 years, their products have been used to...

Material Coordinator (Forklift Operator)

  • Mayville, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Mayville, WI
  • 3 days ago

Overview We are looking for an experienced and careful Material Coordinator (Forklift) to join our team. As an employee at MEC, you will be responsible for transporting incoming and outgoing...

Forklift Operator

  • Janesville, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 3 days ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

Forklift Operator

  • Ashwaubenon, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Ashwaubenon, WI
  • 3 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handlers in Green Bay, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $20.00 per hour Schedules:6:00 AM - 6:00...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Sturtevant, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI
  • 3 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator inSturtevant, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Additional Pay:...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Cedarburg, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Cedarburg, WI
  • 3 days ago

Our Kemps Cedarburg plant has an immediate opening for a face paced and motivated Gripper operator in our cooler. Grippers function similarly to forklifts in terms of operator positioning and...

Forklift Operator

  • New London, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • New London, WI
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required....

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Wisconsin
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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