Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Nisku, AB

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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Rough Terrain Forklift Operator

  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 3 hours ago

Reporting to Management and the Profit Centre Manager, the Material Handler is responsible for accurately picking, packing, and shipping customer orders, as well as counting, verifying, receiving,...

Team Lead Forklift Operator / General Labour

  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 1 day ago

Randstad is seeking a highly motivated Warehouse Associate to join our client's team in Edmonton. This is a physically demanding role requiring consistent lifting and working in a dusty...

Overhead Crane Operator

  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 8 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Are you looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement? Are you interested in full-time, indoor work in a city setting? Lafarge has immediate openings for experienced...

Loader Operator

  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 9 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 9 days ago

Contribute to the production team to ensure goals are met safely and efficiently while conforming to company policies. Process vehicles in a safe manner to produce core & scrap products, enable...

Forklift Operator

  • Nisku, AB
  • 15 days ago
  • Nisku, AB
  • 15 days ago

Silent-Aire Limited Partnership is a wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls. Silent-Aire is a technology driven company that designs, engineers and manufactures hyperscale cooling and modular...

Grader Operator

  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 17 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 17 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE Lafarge Construction is looking for a Seasonal Grademan to join our team in Edmonton, AB. This role involves performing various manual labor duties on construction sites, including...

Forklift Operator with Reach certification

  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 20 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 20 days ago

Randstad is looking for a dependable and proficient Reach truck Operator to join our warehouse team in Edmonton. The ideal candidate will be skilled in using reach trucks to ensure precise and...

Forklift Operator, Star Building Components Inc.

  • Nisku, AB
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nisku, AB
  • 30+ days ago

Now Hiring – Forklift Operators Location: 3735-8th Street Nisku, AB. Hours: Daytime shifts, Part Time to Full Time - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (Monday to Friday). You must be able to work at least 24...

Forklift Operator / Reach Truck Operator Full-Time

  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Edmonton, AB (20 miles from Nisku, AB)
  • 45+ days ago

Are you an experienced forklift operator or Reach operator looking for your next opportunity? Join a leading company in warehouse, transportation, and supply chain operations! We are currently...

Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Construction: Heavy Equipment Awareness
Working with or around heavy equipment is unavoidable on most construction sites. That's why it's important that you have an awareness of what's happening around you at all times, so you can react...
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Load Securement for Heavy Equipment (US) Course
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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Nisku, AB

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 Nisku, AB offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.2%
Bachelor's Degree
25.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
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 Nisku, AB
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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