Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Saint Louis, MO

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 - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 hours ago

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

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Earth City, MO (18 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Earth City, MO (18 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 13 hours ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Forklift Operator FT

  • Sauget, IL (3 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Sauget, IL (3 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 21 hours ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $24.34 - $25.38 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts PTO available after the first 90 calendar days of employment. Come and experience the...

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • Hazelwood, MO (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hazelwood, MO (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the forklift. For the purpose of stacking material, loading of trailers, and emptying full containers throughout...

Forklift Operator

  • East Saint Louis, IL (3 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Saint Louis, IL (3 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Job ID: 504906 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

  • Sauget, IL (4 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sauget, IL (4 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 7 days ago

extended periods in operation of equipment on varying surfaces (paved, dirt, multilevel) Able to climb up & down from cab heights with ease multiple times per hour Must be able to work safely in a busy mulch...

Forklift Operator

  • Bridgeton, MO (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bridgeton, MO (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 8 days ago

Forklift Operator PeopleReady of St. Peters, MO is now hiring Forklift Operators in Bridgeton, MO! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment. Apply...

Forklift Operator II - Manufacturing

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 9 days ago

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe. Position Summary: Forklift...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Edwardsville, IL (20 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Edwardsville, IL (20 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 12 days ago

WAREHOUSE FORKLIFT OPERATOR Shift/Schedule: (ROTATING AFTERNOON) 2:00pm- 10:00pm (ROTATING OVER NIGHT) 10:00pm- 6:00am Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply or check out more jobs at...

Forklift Operator

  • Florissant, MO (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Florissant, MO (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 13 days ago

Aerotek Forklift Operator in Florissant , Missouri Hiring For Forklift Driver in St. Peters, MO Pay: $20/hr Shift: 2:30pm - 11pm, Monday - Friday Job Description Operate different forklifts to...

Forklift Operator (Overnight Shift)

  • Granite City, IL (8 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 18 days ago
  • Granite City, IL (8 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 18 days ago

Description Position offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, company paid life insurance and much more. Pay range for the position is $18 - $20 per hour. Shift is a 2.2.3. PM...

Forklift Operator II

  • Saint Louis, MO (10 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 21 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (10 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 21 days ago

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe. Position Summary: The...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 21 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 21 days ago

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

Loader Operator I

  • Caseyville, IL (9 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 27 days ago
  • Caseyville, IL (9 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 27 days ago

About Us IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company (NYSE: RBA) and (TSX: RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial...

Order Selector Forklift Operator- 1st Shift

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 29 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 29 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...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Saint Louis, MO

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 Saint Louis, MO 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 Saint Louis, MO
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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