Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Richland, MS

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.

1-15 of 15 Jobs

Forklift Operator, Formula (Day Shift)

  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 3 hours ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Forklift Operator, Let Down

  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 11 hours ago

This is an Operations position responsible for stocking received merchandise in the appropriate location, operating and maintaining equipment associated with warehouse activity and performing...

Crane Operator/Rebar Fabricator

  • Flowood, MS (6 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Flowood, MS (6 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Division: Nucor Rebar Fabrication South Central Location: Flowood, MS, United States Other Available Locations: N/A Basic Job Functions: Safety is the most important part of all jobs...

Forklift Operator - Immediate Opening

  • Brandon, MS (17 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brandon, MS (17 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Company: US0001 Sysco Jackson, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 39209 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Madison, MS (19 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison, MS (19 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Company: US0001 Sysco Jackson, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 39209 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Forklift Operator - Now Hiring

  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Company: US0001 Sysco Jackson, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 39209 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Crane Operator - 3694

  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 7 days ago

PURPOSE - Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the...

Stand Up (Only) Forklift Operator Weekend (Fri-Sun: 12 hour shift)

  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Job Description Under the direction of the Department Supervisor, assigns and directs workers in group with respect to production volume, cost and quality of production and...

Forklift Operator - Full-Time - Afternoon Shift

  • Richland, MS
  • 22 days ago
  • Richland, MS
  • 22 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...

Forklift Operator - Jackson, TN

  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Forklift Operator - Jackson, TN ADM Milling Company This is a full-time, hourly position. Responsibilities include: Moving pallets of finished goods to storage in locator racks...

Forklift Operator - Full-Time

  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 28 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 28 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...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Part-time

  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 29 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (4 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 29 days ago

Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the...

Forklift Operator - Full-Time

  • Richland, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richland, MS
  • 30+ 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...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Crystal Springs, MS (21 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Crystal Springs, MS (21 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.1 - $22.6 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

  • Madison, MS (19 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Madison, MS (19 miles from Richland, MS)
  • 90+ days ago

About the Job Ruan is now hiring full time Warehouse Associates for multiple shifts at our distribution facility located in Madison, MS. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the...

Demographic Data for Richland, MS

Moving to Richland, MS? Find some basic demographic data about Richland, MS below.


Local
National
7,231
317
Medium/Sm

Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLandscaping curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Heavy Metal 101
This is not a metallurgy class! Learn everything you ever wanted to know about Heavy Metal music. Topics of this video lecture series include musicology, history, metal culture, music theory,...
Load Securement for Heavy Equipment (US) Course
The North American Cargo Securement Standard forms the basis for the cargo securement and distribution regulations in the United States and Canada. The regulations are designed to ensure cargo...
Biomedical Equipment: Repairing and Maintaining Biomedical Devices
Understand the working of biomedical devices that are frequently used in a hospital setting. Develop the skills required to effectively maintain and troubleshoot hospital-based devices to increase...

Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Richland, MS

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 Richland, MS 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 Richland, MS
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills