Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Charlotte, NC

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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Equipment Operator

  • Paw Creek, NC (6 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Paw Creek, NC (6 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

Clean Harbors National Remediation team is seeking Traveling Heavy Equipment Operators....

Overhead Crane Operator-Loader

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 16 hours ago

Job Summary The Crane Operator/Loader is responsible for handling materials as related to the shipping and receiving of inventory and customer orders. This position reports directly to the...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Pineville, NC (10 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pineville, NC (10 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Material Handler Job Description Responsible for safely transporting material from clients locations to assigned destinations for processing or disposal. Perform tasks to load and unload material...

Heavy Equipment Operators

  • Cornelius, NC (16 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cornelius, NC (16 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Experienced heavy equipment operators wanted. Must have experience operating a Bulldozer and excavator. MUST MUST have experience operating!...

Grading foreman/equipment operator

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Experienced Grading Foreman and heavy equipment operators. Must have experience grading and operating a Bulldozer and excavator. MUST MUST have experience operating!...

1st Shift Forklift Operator

  • Gastonia, NC (22 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gastonia, NC (22 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator Based on available information regarding Concept Steel and general forklift operator responsibilities, a forklift operator position at Concept Steel would likely involve the...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Mount Holly, NC (11 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Holly, NC (11 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.85 - $23.35 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

3rd Shift Part Time Forklift Operator II

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

Requisition ID: 227576 Locations: Charlotte Pay Range: $18.17 - $22.87, depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly Schedule: (Open Field) Click here to experience a Day in the Life of our...

Heavy Equipment Operator Construction Avg. $20,000 - $30,000 Per Month

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 days ago

If you do not have pool experience, you must have experience as a heavy equipment operator and grading experience....

Night Forklift Operator

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 6 days ago

Night Forklift Operator 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars Charlotte, NC 28269 ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food...

1st Shift Full Time Forklift Operator II

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 7 days ago

Requisition ID: 227261 Locations: Charlotte Pay Range: $18.17 - $22.87, depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly Schedule: (Open Field) Click here to experience a Day in the Life of our...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Haul Truck

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 9 days ago

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials...

Equipment Operator- Solid Waste

  • Concord, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Concord, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 9 days ago

truck, and hydro seeder....

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 10 days ago

Tellworks Logistics, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia with locations throughout the United States, is a leading provider of supply chain services. Our company offers warehouse and logistics...

Forklift Operator - Concord, NC

  • Concord, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Concord, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 12 days ago

$500.00 HIRING BONUS!!* We are Weyerhaeuser Distribution, a building products company. Were located in the Concord area, next to Harrisburg, behind the motor speedway. Our daily goal is to deliver...

Demographic Data for Charlotte, NC

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Charlotte, NC

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte, NC
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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