Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Ontario

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
  • 1 day ago
  • Kitchener, ON
  • 1 day 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

  • Lively, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Lively, ON
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator Weir ESCO(CIS) Lively, ON - Onsite Purpose of Role: The forklift operator, reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor, is primarily responsible for overseeing the yard. Why choose...

Logistics Workflow Coordinator/ Forklift Operator

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 2 days ago

Ecolab is seeking a Logistics Wave Planner to join our growing team in Mississauga, ON. The Wave Planner reports into the Shift Supervisor and is responsible for planning out the work to be...

Reach Forklift Operator

  • Scarborough, ON
  • 4 days ago
  • Scarborough, ON
  • 4 days ago

Attention Forklift Drivers! Our client in Scarborough is looking for their next team member who has solid experience in Reach and looking for a career opportunity. Are you Narrow Reach truck...

Forklift Operator- Continental (Days)

  • Woodbridge, ON
  • 6 days ago
  • Woodbridge, ON
  • 6 days ago

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in...

Forklift Operator - Counter balance + clamp Night

  • Milton, ON
  • 6 days ago
  • Milton, ON
  • 6 days ago

Here is your chance to join the team at one of North Americas leading logistics companies! This is an opportunity to work for a renowned logistics company that puts employees first. This is ideal...

Forklift Operator

  • Brantford, ON
  • 7 days ago
  • Brantford, ON
  • 7 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...

Forklift Operator- Hyster Reach and Cherry Picker

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 8 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 8 days ago

We have an opportunity available in the Mississauga for MHE Operators. The ideal Forklift operator candidate will experienced operating Reach truck (must be the Hyster Reach) Order Picker, and...

Forklift Operator

  • Georgetown, ON
  • 9 days ago
  • Georgetown, ON
  • 9 days ago

Menasha Corporation Employees, please log-in to your Workday account to apply for positions. ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE) Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses,...

Forklift Operator - Saturdays - London

  • London, ON
  • 11 days ago
  • London, ON
  • 11 days ago

Randstad is seeking motivated Forklift Operators to join a dynamic team in a cold storage facility. This is a Saturday-only position with the potential to become a regular weekend commitment....

Forklift Operator

  • Brantford, ON
  • 11 days ago
  • Brantford, ON
  • 11 days ago

DHL 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, growing...

Plant Operator /Loader Operator

  • Caledon, ON
  • 12 days ago
  • Caledon, ON
  • 12 days ago

Overview: As a member of the Caledon site team, the Plant Operator executes the daily tasks of operating, maintaining and performing tasks related to an aggregate plant and equipment operation. In...

Crown Reach Forklift Operator- Afternoon Shift

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 13 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 13 days ago

Randstad is seeking a skilled and reliable Forklift Operator to join our client's team in Mississauga. This is a long-term opportunity with excellent growth potential within a positive team...

Propane Forklift Operator

  • Guelph, ON
  • 14 days ago
  • Guelph, ON
  • 14 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...

Forklift Operator REACH - COUNTERBALANCE - ORDER PICKER

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 18 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 18 days ago

Company: Automotive Maintenance Products (Warehouse) Location: Argentia Rd, Mississauga, ON, L5N 8G6 Shift: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pay: $22/hour Reporting to: Darcy Brown Employment Type:...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Ontario

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 Ontario 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 Ontario
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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