Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

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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MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II (Multiple Opportunities)

  • Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 19 hours ago

PREFERENCE FOR EXPERIENCE WITH: Operating tractors with box blade and mower attachments; front-end loaders, skid loader or tandem axle dump trucks; performing landscape/nursery operations using gas-powered...

Loader Operator

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the...

Motor Equipment Operator III

  • Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of large vehicles and complex public works equipment such as refuse collection trucks, tractors with various attachments, large tandem dump trucks to...

Motor Equipment Operator II

  • Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Operates large vehicles and less complex public works equipment. Assists other section employees with the installation, restoration, and maintenance of landscape and irrigation along roadways and...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Travel Required

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 6 days ago

POSITION: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Check out our YouTube Video!...

Equipment Operator II Landfill

  • West Palm Beach, FL (11 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (11 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Skilled in the operation of water trucks, off-road dump trucks, front-end loaders, excavators (on flat ground), bulldozers (on flat ground) and general work vehicles, and the willingness to learn to...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Delray Beach, FL (18 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (18 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 12 days ago

OperatorDepartment: OperationsReports To: Director of Operations**Position Summary:**We are seeking a skilled and dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team....

Taxi Crane Operator

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 12 days ago

Job Location: West Palm Beach, FL Required: NCCCO Position Overview: We are currently looking for a talented Taxi Crane Operator to operate our fleet of taxi cranes. The successful candidate will...

Offroad Truck Driver/ Loader Operator/ Roller Operator/Laborer (Night Shift)

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 12 days ago

Assist with excavation, grading, trenching, and material handling tasks. Perform manual labor to support construction operations....

AT Crane Operator

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 12 days ago

AT Crane Operator Beyel Brothers - 3.3 West Palm Beach, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated: $56.6K - $78.2K a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance...

Barge Pile driver needed

  • North Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 13 days ago

Barge Pile driver needed (Palm Beach Co) Marine Engineering & Construction, Inc. compensation: hourly, based on experience employment type: job title: Pile driver/Barge help Barge help & pile...

Heavy Equipment Operator II - 2331215

  • Lantana, FL (10 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lantana, FL (10 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender...

Equipment Operator II T/S

  • Delray Beach, FL (18 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (18 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Skilled work in the operation of equipment used to move and compact refuse at a rate required for proper operation of a Transfer Station. Employees in this class must be able to operate...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview MasTec Civil is currently hiring for Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team in Jupiter, FL!...

Dozer Operator

  • Lake Worth, FL (6 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Worth, FL (6 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

Southland Holdings is currently accepting resumes for highly motivated construction workers to join our team as a Dozer Operator. Duties: Operate grader to spread and level material according to...

Demographic Data for West Palm Beach, FL

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in West Palm Beach, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.3%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Bachelor's Degree
10.2%
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 West Palm Beach, FL
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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