Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Statesville, 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.

1-10 of 10 Jobs

Forklift Operator

  • Conover, NC (20 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Conover, NC (20 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Pay: $16.50 Hourly Shift/Hours: 1st Shift Mon - Fri 7:00am - 3:00pm Elite Comfort Solutions, a Leggett & Platt Company, is comprised of hardworking individuals dedicated to delivering innovative,...

Equipment Operator

  • Catawba, NC (16 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Catawba, NC (16 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 9 days ago

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

Motor Equipment Operator I - Street (Full-Time)

  • Statesville, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Statesville, NC
  • 15 days ago

Operates vehicles and equipment such as a tractor, dump truck, backhoe, power boom, crawler loader, street sweeper, asphalt roller, road grader, mini excavator, skid steer, etc....

Material Handler-Forklift Operator

  • Statesville, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Statesville, NC
  • 16 days ago

BlueLinx is looking for a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to assist in our distribution center. Our Material Handlers assist us with safely loading our trucks and unloading our railcars. In our...

Forklift Operator-MRF

  • Conover, NC (20 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Conover, NC (20 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 26 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the forklift. For the purpose of stacking material, loading of trailers, and emptying full containers throughout...

Motor Equipment Operator I - Sanitation (Full-Time)

  • Statesville, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Statesville, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Motor Equipment Operator I - Sanitation Public Works Department Salary: $17.75 - $29.28 Hourly / $36,920.00 - $60,902.40 Annually FLSA Position Class: Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7...

Forklift Operator

  • Mocksville, NC (17 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mocksville, NC (17 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift Operator at 48forty Solutions and Relogistics Services FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 2d Job Description Relogistics is part of the largest pallet management services company in North America!...

MRF Baler/Forklift/Wheeled Loader operator

  • Conover, NC (20 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Conover, NC (20 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Operator Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring,...

Equipment Operator II W/Cdl (Transfer Station Operations)

  • Statesville, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Statesville, NC
  • 45+ days ago

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE: Performs responsible skilled equipment operation work in the County Solid Waste Management Department. Employees in this class are assigned to Transfer Station operations....

Heavy Equipment Operator - PTNB

  • Taylorsville, NC (17 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Taylorsville, NC (17 miles from Statesville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Performs responsible skilled equipment operation at the County landfill and transfer station. Transfer Station Duties: The employee is responsible for loading solid waste into trailers in the...

Demographic Data for Statesville, NC

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Statesville, 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 Statesville, NC 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 Statesville, 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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