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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Loader Operator - Immediate Opening + 100% Paid Health Insurance

  • Waunakee, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Waunakee, WI
  • 3 days ago

Immediate opening for HEAVY EQUIPMENT - 120 Volvo loader operator to work in solid waste and recycling transfer station. Loader operating EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Responsibilities include operating...

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Loader Operator I

  • Ritchie Bros.
  • Portage, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Portage, WI
  • 12 days ago

IAA, an RB Global, Inc. Company, our Loader Operators are essential to the success of our branch operations. They utilize our front-end loaders to maneuver vehicles around our facilities in...

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Transfer Station Loader Operator

  • GFL Environment
  • Hartland, WI
  • 22 days ago
  • Hartland, WI
  • 22 days ago

Assist in ensuring safe, timely and professional operation of the transfer station on a day-to-day basis. Assist in the direction of incoming trucks and vehicles to appropriate unloading areas....

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Loader Operator

  • Alter Trading
  • Madison, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Loader Operator – Full-Time Alter Trading Corporation 1st Shift | Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend work as needed About Alter Trading Corporation Alter Trading Corporation is a 125-year-old,...

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Forklift Operator

  • Central Garden and Pet
  • Greenfield, WI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Greenfield, WI
  • 90+ days ago

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

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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
35.4%
Bachelor's Degree
23.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.1%
Associate's Degree
14.7%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some College
2.6%
Some High School
2.4%
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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