Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Gardendale, AL

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 II 3rd shift

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Employment Type: Hourly Shift: Third Work Arrangement: Onsite Position Summary: Forklift Operator II is a forklift operator who is cross trained in all functional areas and duty assignments...

Asphalt Paver Operator- Birmingham, AL

  • Tarrant, AL (9 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tarrant, AL (9 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Asphalt Paver Operator- Birmingham, AL at Oldcastle Asphalt Paver Operator- Birmingham, AL at Oldcastle in Tarrant, Alabama Posted in Other 2 days ago. Job Description: APAC-AL, Inc., part of...

Forklift Operator Stock Yards Birmingham AL

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 4 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE Operate an industrial forklift to perform...

WAREHOUSE FORKLIFT OPERATOR in Bessemer, AL

  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 4 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator/Cargo Handler/Dock Worker in Bessemer, Alabama Warehouse positions pay each week Hourly Pay: $17.51 per...

Forklift Operator

  • Hoover, AL (20 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hoover, AL (20 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 5 days ago

$1500 Employee Referral Bonus West Fraser Maplesville, Alabama is looking to bring on a full-time, safety-focused, energized Forklift Operator for our Kiln Department. What you will do:...

NCCCO Certified Crane Operator in Birmingham, AL

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 6 days ago

Thalle Construction Co. Inc. (“Thalle”) is seeking a NCCCO Certified Crane Operator. This position is located in Birmingham, Alabama. Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil...

Forklift Operator PT

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Id : 30127, Title : Forklift Operator PT, Category : Freight Handling, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...572, ExternalPostedStartDate : null, JobLevel : null,...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 3pm - 1am)

  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Why Work for Saddle Creek? Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a...

Forklift Operator FT, Loader IV

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 15 days ago

Forklift Operator FT, Loader IV R+L Carriers - 3.1 Birmingham, AL Job Details Full-time From $24.77 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision...

Forklift Operator

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 17 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to perform general labor duties onsite at the plant. The ideal candidate will have experience in an industrial or...

Forklift Operator - 1st shift: 7a-3:30p

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 18 days ago

Why Work for Saddle Creek? Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a...

Material Handler-Forklift Operator

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 19 days ago

BlueLinx is looking for a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to assist in our distribution center. Our Material Handlers assist us with safely loading our trucks and unloading our railcars. In our...

Forklift Operator

  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 24 days ago

Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 16.75 - $ 18.42 / Hour location_on Bessemer, Alabama work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Partnerships between...

Forklift Operator - Hiring Now!

  • Hoover, AL (20 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Hoover, AL (20 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 27 days ago

$1500 Employee Referral Bonus West Fraser Maplesville, Alabama is looking to bring on a full-time, safety-focused, energized Forklift Operator for our Kiln Department. What you will do:...

Forklift Operator _ 2ndShift

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Employment Type: Hourly Shift: Second Work Designation: Onsite Position Summary: The Forklift Operator will properly operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and FGs and to...

Demographic Data for Gardendale, AL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Gardendale, AL

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 Gardendale, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.0%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.4%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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