Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Valley, 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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Machine Operator/ Forklift operator $14.50 Day Shift

  • Lagrange, GA (19 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lagrange, GA (19 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Machine Operator/ Forklift operator | $14.50 Day Shift (recruiting) LaGrange, GA, United States of America $14.00 - $17.50 Back Apply Now Back Apply Now Overview COME JOIN THE...

Crane Operator (Certified with a CDL)

  • Phenix City, AL (20 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Phenix City, AL (20 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 4 days ago

Crane Operator (Certified with a CDL) ALL Crane Rental of Georgia, Inc. Phenix City, AL (36869) Position Summary ALL Crane Rental of Georgia, Inc. is seeking a certified Crane Operator for the...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • West Point, GA (7 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Point, GA (7 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.1 - $22.6 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Material Handler/Forklift Operator $14.00/HR 3RD SHIFT

  • Lagrange, GA (19 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lagrange, GA (19 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 16 days ago

Job Description Material Handler/Forklift Operator $14.00/HR |3RD SHIFT Lagrange, GA, United States of America $14.00 - $16.50 Back Apply Now Back Apply Now Overview COME JOIN THE LACOSTA TEAM!...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Sorter

  • Opelika, AL (13 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Opelika, AL (13 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 29 days ago

Relogistics is part of the largest pallet management services company in North America! We provide end-to-end pallet solutions, from supply to retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and...

Forklift Operator - Hiring Now!

  • Opelika, AL (13 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL (13 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Forklift Operator Opelika, AL Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by...

Forklift Operator - Pallet SorterNew

  • Opelika, AL (13 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL (13 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

New Forklift Operator - Pallet Sorter Opelika, Alabama, United States Relogistics is part of the largest pallet management services company in North America! We provide end-to-end pallet...

Forklift Operator

  • Opelika, AL (13 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL (13 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Forklift Operator Opelika, AL Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by...

TES Construction & Heavy Machine Operator

  • Auburn, AL (21 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Auburn, AL (21 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Requisition Number: TES2710P Home Org Name: AES Land and Resource Mgmt Division Name: Agriculture Experiment Station Position Title: TES Construction & Heavy Machine Operator Estimated Hours Per...

Loader Operator - Sand and Gravel Plant

  • Phenix City, AL (20 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Phenix City, AL (20 miles from Valley, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life while supporting mining activities....

Demographic Data for Valley, AL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Valley, 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 Valley, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.5%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.9%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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