Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Salida, 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

  • Lathrop, CA (14 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lathrop, CA (14 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! 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,...

Forklift Operator

  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Title: Forklift Operator FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Site supervisor Pay: $ 19 -$ 24 /hr. About the Company: GreenWaste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for 40...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift (2:30pm - 11pm)

  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator Department: Operations Reports To: Distribution Manager Position Type: Full Time Schedule: 2nd Shift, 2:30pm - 11pm - M-F + Saturday as needed Hourly Wage: $20.00 +...

Forklift Operator

  • Tracy, CA (17 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tracy, CA (17 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

. Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 3 days ago

This positions primary role is to operate a sit-down propane forklift for the purposes of loading/unloading various types of palletized freight. Schedule: Sun-Thurs. 1630-0100. Compensation...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Tracy, CA (17 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tracy, CA (17 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 19.50 - $ 23.50 / Hour location_on Tracy, California work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link We are hiring...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Tracy, CA (17 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Tracy, CA (17 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new stand up forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Forklift Operator

  • Stockton, CA (23 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (23 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Job ID: 507662 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside....

Forklift Operator

  • Modesto, CA (5 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Modesto, CA (5 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 8 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...

High Reach Forklift Operator

  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 9 days ago

un High Reach Forklift Operator (Stockton) compensation: Reach Operator employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Reach Operator Reach Operator Start date 3/5/25 1st Shift 6AM...

Forklift Operator

  • Salida, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Salida, CA
  • 15 days ago

Forklift Operator Salida, CA We are in search of a forklift operator to support the shipping department. As a forklift operator, you will perform essential functions in a food manufacturing...

Forklift Operator - Part-Time Flex Scheduling

  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator Department: Operations Reports To: Distribution Manager Position Type: Part Time Flex Scheduling Schedule: Flex - 1st & 2nd Shift Wage: 1st Shift - $20.00/Hourly $1.50...

Order Selector Forklift Operator - MID Shift

  • Tracy, CA (17 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Tracy, CA (17 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Full-time | Monday-Friday | Mid shift, 12:00 pm-8:00 pm, or until completion Build your career with RJ Schinner, a growing, family-owned wholesale redistributor with over 70 years of success. We...

Forklift Operator - Selector

  • Patterson, CA (16 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Patterson, CA (16 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Are you an experienced forklift operator looking for a stable, full-time opportunity with great pay? Join our team and operate Reach Truck, Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ), Cherry Picker, and Sit-Down...

Yard Jockey/Forklift Operator - 1st Shift (6:00am - 2:30pm)

  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stockton, CA (19 miles from Salida, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Yard Jockey/Forklift Operator Department: Transportation Reports To: Distribution Manager Position Type: Full Time Wage: $24.00/Hourly Schedule: 6:00am - 2:30pm, Monday - Friday with...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Salida, 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 Salida, CA 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 Salida, 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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