Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Alcoa, TN

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

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 4 days ago

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

Heavy Lift Crane Operator

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Barnhart Energy Company, a sister company of Barnhart Crane and Rigging, is looking for Heavy Lift Crane Operators to join the Wind Services team. Mission: One-Team, leading from the Front,...

Backhoe Operator

  • Alcoa, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Alcoa, TN
  • 5 days ago

Backhoe Operator- $17.00 Express Employment professionals is looking for a skilled Backhoe operator in the Alcoa TN!...

Asphalt Paver Operator

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 5 days ago

-Ability to operate paving machine within designated area with attention to detail and emphasis on craftsmanship -Ability to guide and direct dump trucks while backing up to machine hopper....

Equipment Operator/Haul Truck Driver Night Shift 1

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Location: Knoxville, IA Reports To: Plant Manager Shift: Nights Seeking an Individual to perform various duties at an aggregate plant facility including equipment operation, welding, and...

Equipment Operator - Road Construction Crew

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 9 days ago

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 12 states with over 3,000 employees. RGI, established in 1908,...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 9 days ago

AtWork is now hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators in the Knoxville, TN area....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Maryville, TN (10 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Maryville, TN (10 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 9 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with over three years of commercial construction experience....

Equipment Operator - Telecom Construction

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Our crew comprises some of the best talents in the industry, from heavy equipment operators and maintenance technicians....

Loader Operator

  • Loudon, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Loudon, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Environmental Technician I Clean Earth Orlando Operations Environmental Technician I Clean Earth Orlando Operations Environmental Technician I Clean Earth Orlando Operations Clean Earth Orlando...

Material Handler/ Forklift Operator (Nights)

  • Loudon, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Loudon, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Material Handler/ Forklift Operator (Nights) (Recruiting) Loudon, TN, United States of America $16.00 - $16.00 Back Apply Now Back Apply Now Overview LACOSTA Facility Support...

Forklift Operator-10am to 6:30pm

  • Loudon, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Loudon, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Who You Are... As a Forklift Operator you will be responsible for operating forklifts of various sizes, moving material throughout the facility, loading precast products, and managing product yard...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Heiskell, TN (23 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Heiskell, TN (23 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 15 days ago

Pay: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour DOE What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. We Are Stable: Our WM...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 15 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...

Heavy Equipment Operator - 2334210

  • Heiskell, TN (23 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Heiskell, TN (23 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 20 days ago

Job Description: Pay: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour DOE What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. Its a way to create opportunities for you and your family. We Are...

Demographic Data for Alcoa, TN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Alcoa, TN

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Alcoa, TN 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 Alcoa, TN
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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