Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Sacramento, 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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Forklift Operator - Early Morning

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Forklift Operator - Early Morning Location Rocklin, CALIFORNIA, USCategory Warehouse/Distribution/Logistics 04/08/2025 Forklift - Sit Down Experience Required Yard and uneven surface setting First...

Upgrade Your Income! Experienced Sit-Down Forklift Operator $25 / HR.

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Hiring Next Week! Starting at $25 per hour. YOU MUST HAVE A LOT OF EXPERIENCE OPERATING A FORKLIFT. Experienced Sit-Down Forklift Operator for Open Yard and Warehouse. DO NOT REPLY IF YOU ARE NOT...

$24 Per Hour Hiring Next Week! EXPERIENCED SIT-DOWN FORKLIFT OPERATOR

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Hiring Next Week! Starting at $24 per hour. Experienced Sit-Down Forklift Operator for Open Yard. DO NOT REPLY IF YOU ARE NOT HIGHLY EXPERIENCED OPERATING A FORKLIFT- IT WILL BE A WAST OF YOUR...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Forklift Operator

  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Forklift Operator Woodland, CA Temp to hire Our client needs a reliable, experienced and safety-conscious forklift operator to help in the production area and warehouse departments shipping and...

Forklift Operator - Start Immediately

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago

un Forklift Operator - Start Immediately compensation: Earn $19 per hour Responsibilities: Operate a sit-down forklift to transport shipping materials Relocate items within the warehouse or...

Loader Operator/Inventory specialist

  • Antelope, CA (11 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Antelope, CA (11 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Copart, Inc. a technology leader and the premier online vehicle auction platform globally, with over 200 facilities located across the world, Copart links vehicle sellers to more than 750,000...

Evening Shift Yard Loader Operator

  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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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