Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in West Palm Beach, 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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Taxi Crane Operator

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Job Location: West Palm Beach, FL Required: NCCCO Position Overview: We are currently looking for a talented Taxi Crane Operator to operate our fleet of taxi cranes. The successful candidate will...

Offroad Truck Driver/ Loader Operator/ Roller Operator/Laborer (Night Shift)

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Offroad Truck Driver/ Loader Operator/ Roller Operator/Laborer (Night Shift) West Palm Beach, FL 33411 (P&J), a Phillips Infrastructure Holdings, Inc. company, is a certified woman-owned, heavy...

AT Crane Operator

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Job Location: West Palm Beach, FL Required: NCCCO Position Overview: We are currently seeking a proficient Large All-Terrain (AT) Crane Operator with a keen eye for detail and strong...

Forklift Operator 1st shift

  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 1 day 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

  • Lake Park, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Park, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 1 day 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 (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, 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 (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Riviera Beach, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 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 (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 15 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
  • 15 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 15 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 18 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...

Offroad Truck Driver/ Loader Operator/ Roller Operator/Laborer

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • West Palm Beach, 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 West Palm Beach, FL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in West Palm Beach, 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 West Palm Beach, 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 West Palm Beach, 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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