Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in De Pere, WI

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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Summer Seasonal Forklift Hoist Operator 3rd Shift

  • Little Chute, WI (13 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Little Chute, WI (13 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 17 hours ago

Starting Rate : $20/hour, plus $2/hour for 3rd shift differential. Earn additional $2-$6/hour beyond the base wage for meeting or exceeding goals with our performance based incentive program! Base...

Equipment Operator I (Recycling)

  • Appleton, WI (16 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Appleton, WI (16 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Reporting to the Recycling Operations Supervisor, the Equipment Operator I (Recycling) performs generalized labor skills and provides light and/or heavy equipment operational support involving...

FT - Agricultural Equipment Operator/Farm Laborer - Cropping Only

  • De Pere, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • De Pere, WI
  • 4 days ago

Triple Z Farm, LLC is currently seeking farm laborers (cropping only - no livestock) with extraordinary skills to complete tillage, planting, harvesting, cutting, packing feed, etc. as well as...

Summer Seasonal Forklift Hoist Operator 3rd Shift

  • Appleton, WI (16 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Appleton, WI (16 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Starting Rate : $20/hour, plus $2/hour for 3rd shift differential. Earn additional $2-$6/hour beyond the base wage for meeting or exceeding goals with our performance based incentive program! Base...

Equipment Operator

  • Appleton, WI (16 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Appleton, WI (16 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description: Position Summary: This position operates a variety of heavy equipment and performs general maintenance tasks in the maintenance of roads, right-of-way, parks, grounds, recreation...

Traveling Equipment Operator

  • Appleton, WI (16 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Appleton, WI (16 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Discover a more connected Equipment Operator career At TelCom Construction, as a Traveling Equipment Operator on our team, you'll use and take care of special machines for putting in phone and...

Forklift Operator Yard Team Member

  • Green Bay, WI (6 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (6 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 6 days ago

70 Pounds occasionally Standing / Walking / ClimbingSquatting/Crouching/Kneeling/Bending Pushing / Pulling / Reaching AboveShoulder Work Environment Work in outdoor weather conditions Work...

Directional Drill Operator

  • Green Bay, WI (6 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (6 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Tilson is on a mission to build America's information infrastructure and we are seeking individuals from across the country to join us. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private...

Hoist Operator/Forklift Driver (3rd Shift)

  • De Pere, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • De Pere, WI
  • 14 days ago

Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the...

Hoist Operator/Forklift Driver (12hr Days)

  • De Pere, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • De Pere, WI
  • 14 days ago

Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the...

Traveling Directional Drill Operator

  • Appleton, WI (16 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Appleton, WI (16 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 17 days ago

Discover a more connected Traveling Directional Drill Operator career At TelCom Construction, as a Directional Drill Operator, you’ll be responsible for operating drill equipment to install...

Hoist Operator/Forklift Driver (12hr Nights)

  • Green Bay, WI (6 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (6 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 26 days ago

Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the...

Traveling Equipment Operator

  • Ashwaubenon, WI (5 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ashwaubenon, WI (5 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 45+ days ago

Discover a more connected Equipment Operator career At TelCom Construction, as a Traveling Equipment Operator on our team, you'll use and take care of special machines for putting in phone and...

Geotechnical Driller / Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Kaukauna, WI (9 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kaukauna, WI (9 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

The Geotechnical Driller/Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for performing a variety of drilling activities to obtain boring samples....

Traveling Directional Drill Operator

  • Ashwaubenon, WI (5 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ashwaubenon, WI (5 miles from De Pere, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

Discover a more connected Traveling Directional Drill Operator career At TelCom Construction, as a Directional Drill Operator, you'll be responsible for operating drill equipment to install...

Demographic Data for De Pere, WI

Moving to De Pere, WI? Find some basic demographic data about De Pere, WI below.


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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in De Pere, WI

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in De Pere, WI 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 De Pere, WI
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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