Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kansas City, KS

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 (Reach / Cherry) 3rd Shift

  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 10 hours ago

Forklift Operator Location: Olathe, KS Pay: $20.50 per hour paid weekly Scheduled: 1st shift Tues- Fri 5am-3:30pm 3rd shift Mon- Fri 11pm- 8am Overview A local warehouse is seeking a skilled and...

Forklift Operator (1st Shift Receiving) - Bushnell

  • Olathe, KS (19 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Olathe, KS (19 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Description Bushnell has been the industry leader in high-performance sports optics for more than 65 years. Our guiding principle is to provide the highest quality, most reliable and...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Forklift Operator 3rd Shift

  • Kearney, MO (22 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kearney, MO (22 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Job Description JOB DETAILS Base Pay: $19.00 per hour, plus $1.00 per hour shift differential 3rd Shift: Monday-Friday, 11 pm-7 am Benefits Start Day 1 On Demand Pay (Access to...

Forklift Operator PT

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $25.12 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment. Come and experience the difference with R+L...

Forklift Operator, Distribution Center

  • Edwardsville, KS (9 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Edwardsville, KS (9 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 2 days ago

NOW HIRING! PUTAWAY 5 AM & Bulk 10AM FULLTIME An Equipment Operator is responsible for the daily distribution activities, productivity, and quality within the assigned area(s) of a distribution...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 3 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...

3rd Shift - Forklift Operator/ Shag Driver (Tonganoxie)

  • Tonganoxie, KS (24 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tonganoxie, KS (24 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago

3rd Shift - Shag Driver A warehouse is looking to add a new shag driver to their team! This is an evaluation hire (potential direct placement for the right candidate), with room for advancement...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Belton, MO (23 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Belton, MO (23 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.35 - $26.85 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Edwardsville, KS (9 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Edwardsville, KS (9 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 7 days ago

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift Forklift Operator - 1st Shift locations Edwardsville, KS (South 98th Street) time type Full time posted on Posted 15 Days Ago job requisition id R0091742 Use...

Forklift Operator

  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 7 days ago

48forty Solutions is 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...

Material Handler-Forklift Operator

  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 9 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 9 days ago

BlueLinx is looking for a Material Handler/Forklift Operator(9am-6:30pm) to assist in our distribution center. Our Material Handlers assist us with safely loading our trucks and unloading our...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 10 days ago

A note for you! We know that searching for your next opportunity is exhausting and that at times, you aren’t sure if you’d be a good fit. We don’t want these to get in the way of meeting you, so...

Forklift Operator (8am-4pm)

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 13 days ago

JOB TITLE: Freight Handler DEPARTMENT: Operations JOB STATUS: Non-Exempt SHIFT: Monday-Friday (8am-4pm) PAY: $21.50/hr REPORTS TO: Service Center Manager JOB SUMMARY Are you seeking a warehouse...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 14 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 14 days ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a reach truck forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Demographic Data for Kansas City, KS

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kansas City, KS

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 Kansas City, KS 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 Kansas City, KS
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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