Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Chino, CA

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the construction industry operates large machinery, such as bulldozers, excavators, and cranes, which are utilized for construction projects. Their key responsibilities include maneuvering heavy equipment safely and efficiently, performing basic maintenance checks, and ensuring the machinery is in good working order. They are essential to the construction process as they clear and grade land, excavate earth, lift heavy materials, and perform other tasks that require specialized equipment. They also should have a thorough understanding of safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents on the job site.

Potential Heavy Equipment Operators should possess excellent hand-eye coordination, physical stamina, technical skills, and mechanical knowledge. They should also understand how to read blueprints and topographic maps. It's crucial for them to have certification from a recognized heavy equipment operator training school, and some states may require a commercial driver's license (CDL). Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Construction Laborer, Forklift Operator, or Truck Driver. These positions can provide valuable experience in the construction industry, and help individuals gain familiarity with different types of machinery.

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Grounds Equipment Operator

  • Fullerton, CA (15 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Fullerton, CA (15 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Operate medium equipment, such as gang power lawn mowers, tractors, skip loaders, dump trucks, graders, and cherry pickers in maintaining and preparing grounds; 2....

Sit Down Forklift Operator

  • Jurupa Valley, CA (11 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jurupa Valley, CA (11 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Equipment Operator

  • Orange, CA (16 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, CA (16 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 1 day ago

trucks, wheel and track laying tractors, rollers and other specialized light equipment In addition, the successful candidate will possess knowledge and experience in most of the following core competencies...

Warehouse Overhead Crane Operator (3rd shift)

  • Orange, CA (16 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orange, CA (16 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Summary: The overhead crane operator is responsible for pulling slab orders accurately and safely. This task will be performed using the overhead cranes. Work Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 06:00...

Forklift Operator-ARP

  • Chino, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Chino, CA
  • 7 days ago

Forklift Operator-ARP Amcor - 3.4 Chino, CA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance...

Forklift Operator

  • Fontana, CA (15 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fontana, CA (15 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 8 days ago

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Equipment Operator (Medium)

  • Ontario, CA (7 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (7 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 9 days ago

May operate all or some of the follow types of equipment: backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, font-end loader, motor grader, cherry picker, dump truck, etc....

Grounds Equipment Operator

  • Santa Ana, CA (18 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (18 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Grounds Equipment Operator Share on X Job Summary Under the direction of the Grounds Manager, operate medium and heavy grounds maintenance equipment used in mowing and trimming grass, moving dirt,...

Warehouse Equipment Operator

  • Pomona, CA (10 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Pomona, CA (10 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Job Posting: Ferguson is North Americas leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning...

Forklift Operator

  • Irwindale, CA (19 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Irwindale, CA (19 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Summary The Forklift Operator - MRF is responsible for the safe operation of the forklift at a recycling facility or MRF. For the purpose of stacking baled material, loading of trailers, and...

Heavy Equipment Operator - MRF

  • Irwindale, CA (19 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Irwindale, CA (19 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Summary Operate a variety of heavy equipment vehicles that spread, organize and feed the facility's conveyor system and transfer trailers. Material includes a combination of recyclables,...

Forklift Operator 2

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (13 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (13 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Rancho Cucamonga CA - Rancho Cucamonga, CA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly Job Shift : 2nd Shift Job Category : Manufacturing Description...

Grounds Equipment Operator

  • Riverside, CA (15 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (15 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 17 days ago

trucks to perform maintenance and repairs of hard and soft landscaped areas of the campus and related buildings....

Grounds Equipment Operator

  • Riverside, CA (15 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (15 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 18 days ago

trucks to perform maintenance and repairs of hard and soft landscaped areas of the campus and related buildings....

Grounds Equipment Operator #100-25

  • Costa Mesa, CA (24 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (24 miles from Chino, CA)
  • 20 days ago

THE VACANCY, BASIC FUNCTION, MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Manager, Grounds Maintenance, operate and maintain a variety of power equipment and vehicles...

Demographic Data for Chino, CA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Chino, CA

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Chino, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.3%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Bachelor's Degree
10.3%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.1%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

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