Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Lake Worth, FL

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 1st shift

  • Jupiter, FL (22 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Jupiter, FL (22 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 15 hours ago

Forklift Operator 1st shift 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Jupiter, FL At Kuehne+Nagel, we nurture a culture of performance and recognition. As one of the most successful international logistics...

Forklift Operator

  • Lake Park, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lake Park, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 17 hours ago

Forklift Operator** PeopleReady of Lake Park, FL is now hiring Forklift Operators in Palm Beach County, FL! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment....

Forklift Operator

  • Jupiter, FL (22 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (22 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 3 days ago

At Kuehne+Nagel, we nurture a culture of performance and recognition. As one of the most successful international logistics companies, we have many career growth opportunities. If you are looking...

Forklift Operator

  • Riviera Beach, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Riviera Beach, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Overview The success of General RV Center is rooted in our exceptional team, which has been growing since 1962. Our sustained growth has been fueled by our family values and passion for the RV...

Forklift Operator

  • Jupiter, FL (22 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (22 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 14 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...

Loader Operator I

  • West Palm Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 14 days ago

About Us IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company (NYSE: RBA) and (TSX: RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial...

Marine Forklift Operator

  • Deerfield Beach, FL (21 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL (21 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 16 days ago

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career! ELS is hiring for the position of Marine Forklift...

Forklift Operator

  • Palm Beach, FL (4 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Palm Beach, FL (4 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Who We Are: Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is a family-owned independent Coca-Cola bottler that is the third largest privately-held and the sixth largest independent Coca-Cola...

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Deerfield

  • Deerfield Beach, FL (21 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL (21 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Simply put, our Warehouse Forklift Operators are masters of skillfully maneuvering industrial powered equipment. Join the team and use your skills to help Publix Distribution maintain a smooth,...

Offroad Truck Driver/ Loader Operator/ Roller Operator/Laborer

  • West Palm Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Phillips & Jordan, Inc. (P&J), a Phillips Infrastructure Holdings, Inc. company, is a certified woman-owned, heavy civil and power infrastructure contractor established in 1952. P&J is a proven...

Demographic Data for Lake Worth, FL

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Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Lake Worth, FL

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 Lake Worth, FL 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 Lake Worth, FL
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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