Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Florida

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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Automotive Equipment Operator III

  • Miami, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Skilled work in the operation of heavy-duty street maintenance and construction equipment. Work involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of heavy construction equipment...

Equipment Operator - Mid

  • Orlando, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 17 hours ago

Claw Truck, Large Slope Mower Asphalt Roller, Riding Type Front End Loader, 1 1/2 to 3 cubic yards Dump Truck 12 & 14 cubic yards Paver Water Truck over 26,000 GVW (over 1,000 gallon capacity) Spray...

Brevar Rubber Tire Backhoe Operator

  • FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • FL
  • 18 hours ago

Operator....

2024 - 2025 Driver - Equipment Operator

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 18 hours ago

Salary Not Available 2024 - 2025 Driver - Equipment Operator Escambia County School District Location: Pensacola, FL - 32505 Positions available: 1 Job #: 00070318 Source: Escambia County School...

Forklift Operator

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 18 hours ago

Sit-Down Forklift Operator Job Description Position: Sit-Down Forklift Operator Location: Jacksonville, FL Shift: 3rd Shift (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM) Pay Rate: $18 - $20 per hour Responsibilities:...

Forklift Operator- TWIC Req

  • Tampa, FL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 19 hours ago

ACTIVELY HIRING A FORKLIFT OPERATOR TO JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM ON FRIST SHIFT IN TAMPA, FL! Job Details: As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for operating sit-down forklifts to load and...

Equipment Operator I - II - III - IV - $1,000 Sign-On Incentive

  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 hours ago

Coordinates utility line locations before excavating. Performs excavations to grade and slope....

Forklift Operator

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 23 hours ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as loading...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Jupiter, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Jupiter, FL
  • 23 hours ago

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

Heavy equipment operator needed starting Monday

  • Indian Lake Estates, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Indian Lake Estates, FL
  • 1 day ago

Need heavy equipment operator for doosan 225 with a thumb clearing property and feeding a burner must have experience must have to be able to have fed a burner before pay is negotiable based on experience...

Public Works Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago

Pay: $20.71 hourly ***This position is in the area of Public Works Stormwater and needs a Class B CDL, but a Class A CDL is preferred*** Minimum Preparation for Work: Sufficient education to read...

Heavy equipment operator

  • Rockledge, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockledge, FL
  • 1 day ago

I need an individual with experience operating heavy equipment, such as an excavator, bulldozer, Trackoe, backhoe, Bobcat, etc. The job will include landscaping jobs, making pads for concrete...

Airport Automotive Equipment Operator 2

  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications Eighth grade. One year of experience in operating medium and/or heavy-duty automotive or medium and/or heavy-duty construction equipment such as 5,000 to 10,000 pound...

Port Equipment Operator

  • Riviera Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Riviera Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

Summary JOB SUMMARY Pulls serviced refrigeration equipment to ready area to provide room at pre-trip lines. Stages gen-set chassis in the port and pulls decked out boxes from the port to the...

Crane Operator

  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Florida Atlantic Ironworks is seeking a passionate and skilled Crane Operator to join our dynamic team. As a Full Time Crane Operator, you will...

Demographic Data for Florida

Moving to Florida? Find some basic demographic data about Florida below.


Local
National
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615,315

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Florida

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Florida 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
10.2%
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 Florida
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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