Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Oklahoma

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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Evening Shift Yard Loader Operator

  • Davis, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Davis, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Forklift Operator (S Western & Reno Ave)

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 11 hours ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 11 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY: Safely operate propane or electric-powered industrial truck equipped with lifting devices, such as fork arms, swivel-hook, fork-grapple, clamps, or trailer hitch, to push, pull, lift,...

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

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 16 hours ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 16 hours ago

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 same...

Forklift Operator

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 day ago

Full Benefits! 100% employer paid Medical 401k with company match Dental and Vision...and more! JOB SUMMARY: Contribute to the growth and profitability of Biagi Bros through safe, effective, and...

Pit Loader Operator Mill Creek Granite Nights

  • Mill Creek, OK
  • 3 days ago
  • Mill Creek, OK
  • 3 days ago

To learn more about Martin Marietta and our ONE team, visit careersthatcrush.com. Are you ready to start a new career with a LEADER in the industry and WORLD CLASS team! What we offer: Competitive...

Forklift Operator PT, Loader III

  • Muskogee, OK
  • 5 days ago
  • Muskogee, OK
  • 5 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $23.02 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment PTO available after first 90 calendar days...

Forklift Operator 6 am- 3 pm

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 5 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 5 days ago

551-1)Warehouse / Forklift Associate (6am - 3pm)March 28, 2025### 0013**Located in**Irving, TX**Pay:**$17.00#### Job Full DescriptionWarehouse associate needed for one of clients in Irving. They...

Forklift Operator - All Terrain

  • Durant, OK
  • 5 days ago
  • Durant, OK
  • 5 days ago

Forklift Driver Position Available! looking to hire experienced forklift driver Pay: $14.00 hourly Shift: Monday - Friday: 5:00am - 3:00pm Job Details: Helping with day to day operation in the...

Forklift Operator

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 6 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 6 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...

Crane Operator

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 7 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 7 days ago

Crane Operator Alliance Steel Inc - 2.9 Oklahoma City, OK Job Details Estimated: $34.9K - $40.6K a year 2 days ago Qualifications Mid-level Welding Manufacturing Crane Full Job Description...

Crane Operator- Scrap

  • Durant, OK
  • 8 days ago
  • Durant, OK
  • 8 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

Loader Operator I

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 8 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 8 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Idabel, OK
  • 9 days ago
  • Idabel, OK
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required....

Forklift Operator - Full-Time

  • Glenpool, OK
  • 9 days ago
  • Glenpool, OK
  • 9 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...

Shipping Tech (Forklift Operator) - PM Shift

  • Owasso, OK
  • 9 days ago
  • Owasso, OK
  • 9 days ago

Overview Company Overview Milos Tea Company is one of the fastest growing beverage companies in the US. Our culture and operations are built on the belief that we can make a difference in the...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Oklahoma

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 Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
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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