Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mt Juliet, 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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Distribution Center Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator (3rd Shift)

  • Lebanon, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lebanon, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Posting: Ferguson is North America's leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning...

Distribution Center Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator (1st Shift)

  • Lebanon, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lebanon, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Posting: Ferguson is North America's leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning...

Forklift Operator I

  • Mount Juliet, TN (3 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mount Juliet, TN (3 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 2 hours ago

Pay: $20.50 Shift: 5am - 1:30pm Location: Couchville Pike. Mount Juliet, TN General Summary. The Forklift Operator I is primarily responsible for safely operating basic powered material handling...

Equipment Operator - Public Works

  • Brentwood, TN (19 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Brentwood, TN (19 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 7 hours ago

Seeking candidates for Equipment Operator at the City of Brentwood, TN Brentwood Public Works Department Starting salary is $44,886.40. Up to 5% salary increase after successful completion of...

Crane Operator -2nd Shift

  • Smyrna, TN (15 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Smyrna, TN (15 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 day ago

As a Crane Operator at Steel Technologies, your main responsibility is to operate a crane to lift and move materials, equipment and/or products. Your detail and attentiveness are critical to...

Distribution Center Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator (2nd Shift)

  • Lebanon, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Job Posting: Ferguson is North Americas leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Asphalt Plant

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Build Your Career. Build Americas Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nations largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials...

Warehouse Equipment Operator, Weekend Shift Receiving

  • Mount Juliet, TN (3 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Juliet, TN (3 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Values & Innovation Under Armour has one mission: to make you better. We have a commitment to innovation that lies at the heart of everything we do, not just for our athletes but also for our...

Warehouse Equipment Operator, 2nd Shift Receiving

  • Mount Juliet, TN (3 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Juliet, TN (3 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Values & Innovation Under Armour has one mission: to make you better. We have a commitment to innovation that lies at the heart of everything we do, not just for our athletes but also for our...

Heavy Equipment Operator - West Nashville

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 3 days ago

** This position is located in West Nashville.** Build Your Career. Build America’s Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major...

Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction)

  • Lebanon, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction) Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc - 3.2 Lebanon, TN Job Details Full-time $20 - $26 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Dental insurance...

Track Drill Operator - Nashville, TN

  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (15 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Track Drill Operator - Nashville, TN Nashville, TN, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction...

Yard Loader Operator

  • Lebanon, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 8 days ago

Position Summary The Yard Loader Operator will perform cross-functioned duties in plant maintenance, production and equipment operation. Essential Functions Assist in plant operations including...

Equipment Operator

  • Madison, TN (12 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Madison, TN (12 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 9 days ago

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

Base Stone and Grading Equipment Operator

  • Gallatin, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Gallatin, TN (14 miles from Mt Juliet, TN)
  • 10 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,...

Demographic Data for Mt Juliet, TN

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mt Juliet, TN

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Mt Juliet, TN 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 Mt Juliet, 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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