Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Afton, MN

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 Yard Team Pipe County

  • Roberts, WI (13 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Roberts, WI (13 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 21 hours ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: County Materials Corporationis a leading manufacturerand trusted industry resource for concrete construction and landscapeproducts. For more than 75 years, their products have...

Forklift Operator

  • Eagan, MN (16 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (16 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 3 days ago

Our client in Water Treatment, Technology & Systems is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their warehouse team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the Warehouse team responsible for...

Forklift Operator/Yard Team - Pipe - County Materials

  • Roberts, WI (13 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roberts, WI (13 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 4 days ago

County Materials Corporation is a leading manufacturer and trusted industry resource for concrete construction and landscape products. For more than 75 years, their products have been used to...

Forklift Operator/Material Handler/Warehouse person

  • Eagan, MN (16 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (16 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Clean Harbors Forklift Operator/Material Handler/Warehouse person in Eagan , Minnesota Clean Harbors is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Material Handler/ Truck to Truck Technician in Blaine MN...

Forklift Operator 1st Shift (7a-3p)

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Business Unit Overview 8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including pasta, peanut butter, granola, and fruit and...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 11 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a stand up forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Forklift Operator - FAC Shift

  • Burnsville, MN (24 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Burnsville, MN (24 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 14 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Crane Operator

  • Saint Paul, MN (13 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (13 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 15 days ago

Join our team as a crane operator in Saint Paul, MN! This role offers a great opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. We are looking for motivated...

Overhead Crane Operator Material Handler

  • Roseville, MN (18 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Roseville, MN (18 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 17 days ago

Aerotek Overhead Crane Operator Material Handler in Roseville , Minnesota Job Title: Material Handler Job Description The person in this position will unload semis, stage product, or handle...

Forklift Operator 3rd Shift (11p-7a)

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 18 days ago

Business Unit Overview 8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including pasta, peanut butter, granola, and fruit and...

Forklift Operator 2nd shift (3p-11p)

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 18 days ago

Business Unit Overview 8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including pasta, peanut butter, granola, and fruit and...

Order Selector Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Cottage Grove, MN (8 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Cottage Grove, MN (8 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 20 days ago

Build your career with RJ Schinner, a growing, family-owned wholesale redistributor with over 70 years of success. We have 20 distribution centers throughout the US, 600+ employees, and provide...

Forklift Operator

  • Saint Paul, MN (13 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (13 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 22 days ago

What you'll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Wanted: Bobcat, Cat, Toro Dingo / Loader and Operator

  • Saint Paul, MN (13 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (13 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 22 days ago

Wanted: Bobcat, Cat, Toro Dingo / Loader and Operator (Twin Cities Area) compensation: TBD I do tree work. I rent a loader sometimes for about $360-$400 (this includes trailer, grapple attachment,...

Material Handler - Forklift Operator - Hiring Immediately

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Afton, MN)
  • 22 days ago

Material Handler - Forklift Operator - Hiring Immediately compensation: Earn $22 per hour As a Forklift - Material Handler you will: Perform a variety of warehouse and material handing functions...

Demographic Data for Afton, MN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Afton, MN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Afton, MN 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 Afton, MN
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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