Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Cedar Hills, UT

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

  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 9 hours ago

DHL Supply Chain 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,...

Yard Loader Operator

  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 17 hours ago

We do land clearing, residential and light commercial demolition, along with maintaining our mulch production yard....

Warehouse / Forklift Operator

  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 17 hours ago

National Wood Products, Inc. is a hardwood lumber and plywood distributor that has been in business for over 40years. National Wood Products carries a large inventory of quality hardwood lumber &...

CDL A Dump Truck Operator

  • Spanish Fork, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Spanish Fork, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 19 hours ago

CDL A Dump Truck Operator SDHauling INC Spanish Fork, UT Full-time Transportation Support Services Posted on February 25, 2025 Job Title: Dump Truck Operator with opportunities for growth! Job...

Forklift Operator - Stocker Freezer/Cooler

  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 23 hours ago

Company Description Core-Mark, a Performance Food Group Company, is part of a Fortune 150 company that continues to grow as an industry leader in fresh and broad-line solutions to the convenience...

Forklift Operator (Days)

  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 23 hours ago

Company Description Core-Mark, a Performance Food Group Company, is part of a Fortune 150 company that continues to grow as an industry leader in fresh and broad-line solutions to the convenience...

Forklift Operator - Bluffdale

  • Bluffdale, UT (14 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bluffdale, UT (14 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Join Sunroc as a Forklift Operator Build Your Career Today! Looking for an opportunity to grow? As a Forklift Operator at Sunroc, youll safely and efficiently handle materials, build...

CDL - Crane Operator

  • Orem, UT (5 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orem, UT (5 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Get ready to grow with us! Northwest Pipe Company is the nation's leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products and with over 50 years of experience, we're just getting started! Our...

Loader Operator I

  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 1 day 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...

Material Handler - Load Builder - Forklift Operator

  • Orem, UT (5 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orem, UT (5 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 2 days ago

Material Handler - Forklift Operator Orem, Utah $17.00 - $20.00 (DOE) plus profit share We want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. PURPOSE Under direct...

Forklift operator

  • Springville, UT (16 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Springville, UT (16 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 6 days ago

Admiral Beverage believes in investing in its people, business partners, and communities, to continually grow and offer the best products and services in the region. With the strength of a large...

Production Worker/Forklift Operator

  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 7 days ago

Starting Hourly Wage: $25.27 hourly ABOUT THE ROLE The Production Worker Middle performs general duties that include, but are not limited to: Measuring bundle heights, checking board lengths and...

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

  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (23 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 8 days 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...

Loader Operator Beef Hollow- Draper, UT

  • Draper, UT (10 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Draper, UT (10 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 10 days ago

507644 Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and...

Asphalt Plant Loader Operator - Drap

  • Draper, UT (10 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Draper, UT (10 miles from Cedar Hills, UT)
  • 12 days ago

Staker & Parson Companies Asphalt Plant Loader Operator - Drap in DRAPER , Utah Job ID: 507548 Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment...

Demographic Data for Cedar Hills, UT

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Cedar Hills, UT

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 Cedar Hills, UT 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 Cedar Hills, UT
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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