Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Forklift Operator, Formula - DAY Shift - Freezer

  • La Crosse, WI
  • 17 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI
  • 17 days ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Position works full-time in the freezer Growth opportunities performing essential work to support Americas food distribution system Safe and inclusive...

Summer Seasonal Forklift Hoist Operator 3rd Shift

  • Little Chute, WI
  • moments ago
  • Little Chute, WI
  • moments 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...

2nd Shift - Forklift Operator

  • Lake Mills, WI
  • moments ago
  • Lake Mills, WI
  • moments ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled 2nd Shift Forklift Operator to join our team. The primary responsibilities include operating sit down forklifts (gas), stacking and...

Agricultural Equipment Operators

  • Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • moments ago
  • Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • moments ago

$0.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Agricultural Equipment Operators (Suppressed) Occupation: Agricultural Equipment Operators Location: Wisconsin Dells, WI - 53965 Positions available: 2...

GPS Excavator Operator - Michels Road & Stone, Inc.

  • Lomira, WI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lomira, WI
  • 4 hours ago

We provide and place materials for road, airport, mass excavation and shoreline protection projects. Our projects are large; the tolerance for error is tiny....

GPS Dozer Operator - Michels Road & Stone, Inc.

  • Lomira, WI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lomira, WI
  • 4 hours ago

We provide and place materials for road, airport, mass excavation and shoreline protection projects. Our projects are large; the tolerance for error is tiny....

N/C Turning Equipment Operator - weekend nights

  • Cudahy, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Cudahy, WI
  • 12 hours ago

Proven to Perform From the edges of space to the bottoms of oceans, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us....

Equipment Operator Third Shift

  • West Allis, WI
  • 14 hours ago
  • West Allis, WI
  • 14 hours ago

Are you a skilled front-end loader and other motorized equipment operator? Do you like variety in work assignments using a wide range of equipment? If so, then this is the position for you!...

Construction Equipment Operator - Asphalt Paving

  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 1 day ago

Mathy Construction Application Instructions To apply, click the green 'Apply Now' button above. Please read through your information carefully, as you will not be able to make changes once your...

Stand Up Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

  • Muskego, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Muskego, WI
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Tech - 3rd Shift Job Description Join a team that produces delicious sweet potato chips fried in avocado oil, renowned for being free of the top 9 most common allergens in snack foods....

Day Warehouse Forklift Operator (Sunday- Thursday)

  • Shawano, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Shawano, WI
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Schedule: Sunday 8:00 am until finished. Monday- Thursday 10:00 am until finished We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits,...

Equipment Operator-Street Division

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 2 days ago

Loads sand, gravel, topsoil, and blacktop into dump trucks. Cleans catch basins, culverts, and bridges. Hauls snow, gravel, and broken concrete to fill sites....

Equipment Operator I (Recycling)

  • Appleton, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 2 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...

Loader Operator

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 days ago

Copart, Inc. a technology leader and the premier online vehicle auction platform globally, with over 200 facilities located across the world, Copart links vehicle sellers to more than 750,000...

Quad Axle Dump Truck and Heavy Machinery Operator/Mechanic Needed

  • Sturtevant, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI
  • 3 days ago

Full-time local drivers for material hauling and heavy equipment operator, experience necessary, mechanical abilities required for truck/equipment maintenance and repair in the shop....

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Wisconsin

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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