Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Nebraska

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 - Monday through Friday 9AM

  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 hour ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 hour ago

Position Summary: A Forklift Operator is responsible for efficiently and accurately unloading product, sorting, segregating and putting away the product into the proper locations throughout the...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Curtis, NE
  • 16 hours ago
  • Curtis, NE
  • 16 hours 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 - $28.30 per hour

  • Crete, NE
  • 23 hours ago
  • Crete, NE
  • 23 hours ago

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of...

Forklift Operator

  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 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

  • Omaha, NE
  • 4 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 4 days ago

Express Employment on 99th and Fort is currently recruiting Forklift Operators for our clients in the West Omaha area! $19-$20/hr based on experience. Hours are 7:30am-4pm, M-F Responsibilities...

Forklift Operator

  • Omaha, NE
  • 4 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 4 days ago

ASSOCIATED STAFFING INC Forklift Operator in Omaha , Nebraska Now Hiring: Experienced Stand-Up Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift! Are you an experienced stand-up Forklift Operator seeking a 2nd shift...

Loader Operator II

  • Greenwood, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenwood, NE
  • 5 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...

Overhead Crane Operator Night shift

  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago

Drake-Williams Steel Overhead Crane Operator Night shift in Omaha , Nebraska $22-$28 $5,000 Hiring Bonus! Primary Purpose of this Position: Receive incoming materials from customers or delivery...

Forklift Operator

  • Omaha, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 7 days ago

Essential Functions and Job Duties: Operate sit-down and stand-up forklift. Receive and process warehouse materials for production use. Maintain an accurate account of inventory. Complete orders...

Forklift Operator PT

  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $23.86 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment Come and experience the difference with R+L...

Night Freezer Forklift Operator

  • Kearney, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 11 days ago

Night Freezer Forklift Operator Take products being delivered by the pallet load and put them into their designated locations using a stand-up forklift. Will need to be observant of order...

Grader Operator/Maintenance Worker II (CDL Not Required) - Gibbon Area

  • Kearney, NE
  • 18 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 18 days ago

Grader Operator/Maintenance Worker II (CDL Not Required) - Gibbon Area General Purpose: Operate, light, medium, heavy equipment, road maintenance and manual labor Full Job Description Applicants...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Omaha, NE
  • 20 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 20 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...

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator - (Split Shift)

  • Grand Island, NE
  • 22 days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 22 days ago

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters...

Bridge Crane Operator

  • Valley, NE
  • 22 days ago
  • Valley, NE
  • 22 days ago

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Demographic Data for Nebraska

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Nebraska

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 Nebraska offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.3%
Bachelor's Degree
26.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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