Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kitchener, ON

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 - Production Team Member

  • Kitchener, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Kitchener, ON
  • 3 days ago

Columbia Forest Products, KITCHENER, has an opening for a full-time PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER - FORKLIFT OPERATOR. Successful candidate must be able to work in various jobs which can include rotating...

Forklift Operator

  • Brantford, ON (22 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 9 days ago
  • Brantford, ON (22 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 9 days ago

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? Do you have experience operating sit-down counterbalance forklifts? This job is for you! Come and join a team of forklift operators within a very...

Propane Forklift Operator

  • Guelph, ON (13 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 16 days ago
  • Guelph, ON (13 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 16 days ago

Randstad Canada is currently hiring full-time tugger + towmotor drivers to work with our client in automotive manufacturing in Guelph, Ontario. We are hiring for full-time, long-term contracts. We...

Reach Forklift Operator- Sat to Mon

  • Cambridge, ON (8 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 24 days ago
  • Cambridge, ON (8 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 24 days ago

Randstad Canada is urgently seeking skilled Reach Forklift Operators for a leading food distribution site in Puslinch, Ontario. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team at a company...

Reach Forklift Operator

  • Puslinch, ON (18 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Puslinch, ON (18 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 30+ days ago

Randstad Canada is urgently seeking three skilled Reach Forklift Operators for a leading food distribution site in Puslinch, Ontario. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team at a...

Machine/Forklift Operator - Woodstock, ON

  • Woodstock, ON (24 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodstock, ON (24 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 30+ days ago

Job ID: 508526 Permacon, a CRH Company, is a leader and pioneer in the manufacturing of concrete masonry and landscaping products. Permacon is a division of Oldcastle APG and operates 9 plants in...

Machinist (Heavy Machine Operator)

  • Cambridge, ON (8 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cambridge, ON (8 miles from Kitchener, ON)
  • 45+ days ago

BWXT Canada Ltd. is a world leader in design, engineering, manufacture, construction and service of nuclear power generation equipment. As a supplier of innovative, high-quality nuclear components...

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Load Securement for Heavy Equipment (US) Course
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Biomedical Equipment: Repairing and Maintaining Biomedical Devices
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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kitchener, ON

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

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Heavy Equipment Operator position

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