Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Ottawa, 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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Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Osawatomie, KS (19 miles from Ottawa, KS)
  • 9 days ago
  • Osawatomie, KS (19 miles from Ottawa, KS)
  • 9 days ago

Hourly Wage: $22.5 - $26 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 B-shift Inbound

  • Edgerton, KS (17 miles from Ottawa, KS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Edgerton, KS (17 miles from Ottawa, KS)
  • 12 days ago

Your Opportunity as Forklift Driver Responsibilities include loading and unloading trucks, receiving materials and products, and picking, packing, wrapping, labeling, and/or shipping products...

Heavy Machine Operator (C)

  • Ottawa, KS
  • 17 days ago
  • Ottawa, KS
  • 17 days ago

Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Ottawa-Shop - Ottawa, KS Position Type : Full Time Education Level : Not Specified Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Any Job Category : Skilled...

Forklift Operator (Evening Shift Mon-Thur 4:30pm-2:30am)

  • Ottawa, KS
  • 23 days ago
  • Ottawa, KS
  • 23 days ago

YOUR ROLE: As a Forklift Operator, you're a key player in distribution center operations! Your role includes safely unloading, loading, warehousing, and staging merchandise throughout the...

Forklift Operator WM

  • Ottawa, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ottawa, KS
  • 30+ 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 - Edgerton Plant

  • Edgerton, KS (17 miles from Ottawa, KS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Edgerton, KS (17 miles from Ottawa, KS)
  • 60+ days ago

At Dot's Pretzels, we hold ourselves to the highest of quality standards. Each bag of Dot's Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation at...

Forklift Operator

  • Paola, KS (22 miles from Ottawa, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Paola, KS (22 miles from Ottawa, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

Job ID: 505562 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....

Loader Operator - Paola, KS

  • Paola, KS (22 miles from Ottawa, KS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Paola, KS (22 miles from Ottawa, KS)
  • 60+ days ago

employees should engage in team lifting and/or use the provided equipment to safely lift Able to climb up & down from cab heights with ease multiple times per hour Must be able to work safely in a busy mulch...

Demographic Data for Ottawa, KS

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