Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Los Gatos, CA

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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Hiring For Forklift Operator

  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Hiring for Forklift Operator Can start working ASAP Job Description Will be unloading incoming trucks with product in the Paradis storage facility for Peets coffee. Maintaining a safe working...

Warehouse Forklift Operator Fremont CA

  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview Job Type Full Time Salary 21.00-$23.00 Per hr Payroll Weekly Overtime After 40hrs Run Details & Requirements License Type Work Days Mon-Friday Run Shift First Shift Freight...

Forklift Operator

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. As the worlds leading contract logistics provider, we believe in doing the right thing, growing together, and...

Forklift Operator

  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

At Volt, our greatest strength is our people Volt is immediately hiring for Forklift Operators in Fremont, CA. As a Forklift Operator you will: Operate sit down and stand up forklifts Perform...

Experienced Excavator Operator/ Operador de excavadora con experiencia

  • San Carlos, CA (24 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Carlos, CA (24 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We are actively seeking a highly skilled Excavator Operator with extensive experience in operating various types and sizes of excavators (ranging from mini-excavators to 50-ton machines). The...

Forklift Operator

  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 20 - $ 22 / Hour location_on Fremont, California work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is hiring immediately...

U103 CRANE OPERATOR/SLINGER Bx

  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 12 days ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary...

Mini Excavator Operator/Underground Construction

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 17 days ago

About Us A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), FiberTel, LLC. is locally grown in Utah's Art City and has rapidly expanded over the Northwest and Western regions. As an...

Backhoe Operator

  • San Carlos, CA (24 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • San Carlos, CA (24 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Summary of Position: An Operator should possess a fundamental understanding of construction and be able to operate different construction equipment and too Duties and Responsibilities: Setup,...

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator 675 Emory St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA Req #1387 Monday, January 20, 2025 Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading North American distributor of...

Pump Truck Driver / Backhoe Operator - CDL B

  • Campbell, CA (4 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Campbell, CA (4 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Pump Truck Driver / Backhoe Operator - CDL B Chattanooga, TNPlumbing - Plumbing Install /Full-Time /On-Site Our Mission Be America's Best home service company by providing care, growth and...

Material Handler Forklift Operator

  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Added 2 days ago Material Handler Forklift Operator Location Fremont, California Job type ContractTemporary Salary $ 17.6 - $ 25.53 Hour Category Industrial & Manufacturing - Supply Material Join...

Forklift Operator

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Adecco US, Inc. Forklift Operator in San Jose , California Adecco is looking for both day (6am) and swing (2:30pm) shift forklift operators in South San Jose for a 6-8 week project . Valid...

Forklift Operator

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Compensation range $23.00 - $24.00 per hour Essential Functions of the Forklift Operator: Assisting with cleaning and related duties to maintain plant operations. Operating a forklift in the...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Los Gatos, CA

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 Los Gatos, CA 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 Los Gatos, CA
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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