Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mississippi

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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Loader Operator

  • Tylertown, MS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Tylertown, MS
  • 3 hours ago

, Echelon Masonry, MoistureShield composite decking, RDI railing, Catalyst Fence Solutions, Sakrete packaged concrete, Amerimix mortar, Pebble Technology International pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches...

Material Handler/Forklift Operator (Nights)

  • Corinth, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Corinth, MS
  • 12 hours ago

Job Description Material Handler/Forklift Operator (Nights) (Recruiting) Corinth, MS, United States of America $16.00 - $16.00 Back Apply Now Back Apply Now Overview Better Wages! Better Benefits!...

Forklift Operator

  • Beaumont, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Beaumont, MS
  • 12 hours ago

Hood Industries, Inc. is a blend of wood manufacturing and distribution concerns that include plywood and lumber manufacturing plants, and twenty-four specialty wood product distribution...

Forklift Operator - Immediate Opening

  • Brandon, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Brandon, MS
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, MS
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day 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-Cherry Picker & EPJ Operator 1st shift Training @ 8a

  • Southaven, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 2 days ago

Express Employment Professionals DeSoto County MS is currently hiring for several 2nd shift Warehouse positions in the Southaven MS surrounding area. Pay starts at $19.00 an hour. Please call or...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Byhalia, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Byhalia, MS
  • 5 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...

Crane Operator - 3694

  • Jackson, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 5 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Morton, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Morton, MS
  • 5 days ago

Operate various lift trucks; loading and unloading palletized product, and moving product within the facility. Transport material and equipment according to production and shipping schedules....

Forklift Operator

  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 5 days ago

About the Job Ruan is now hiring full time Forklift Operators with shifts starting at 2:00PM at our distribution facility located in Olive Branch, MS. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute...

Forklift Operator 1st shift

  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 6 days ago

ATTENTION ALL FORKLIFT OPERATORS!!!!!! Are you tired of not having a steady income? Are you sick of jumping from temp agency to temp agency? Are you tired of getting let go because work is slow?...

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

  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 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

  • Southaven, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 6 days ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. As the worlds leading contract logistics provider, we believe in doing the right thing,...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Southaven, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 7 days ago

Our client, a leading logistics provider, is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Warehouse Forklift Operator, you will be part of the operations team supporting...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mississippi

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 Mississippi offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.4%
Bachelor's Degree
25.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some High School
3.5%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Mississippi
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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