Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mississippi

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

  • Southaven, MS
  • 16 hours ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 16 hours ago

Forklift Operator Job Description This is a distribution center. Candidates will operate reach trucks, order pickers, and sit-down lifts. The facility is large, requiring a lot of walking....

Crane Operator - Per Diem Offered

  • Byhalia, MS
  • 16 hours ago
  • Byhalia, MS
  • 16 hours ago

Crane Operators needed for a construction project in Byhalia, MS! Trillium Construction is looking for Crane Operators that can operate an LBC within a construction jobsite (Link-Belt 298). This...

Heavy Equipment Operator II - Landfill

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 16 hours ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 16 hours ago

WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,...

Heavy Equipment Operator II - Landfill

  • Pass Christian, MS
  • 17 hours ago
  • Pass Christian, MS
  • 17 hours ago

WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,...

Heavy Equipment Operator II - Landfill - 2332175

  • Moss Point, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Moss Point, MS
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation,...

Forklift Operator, Formula (Day Shift)

  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Mooreville, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Mooreville, MS
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage: $22.25 - $25.75 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Equipment Operator II

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 1 day ago

Operates dump trucks and other vehicles3. Mixes and applies chemical agents, including fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, andpesticides4. Cleans rest rooms and picks up debris5....

Equipment Operator Heavy

  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago

Operates a power crane in dredging, excavating or moving earth, rock, sand, making cuts and fills to grade; moves lumber, piling, girders and similar objects....

Loader Operator

  • Brookhaven, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookhaven, MS
  • 1 day ago

Apalachee Pole Company is seeking a highly motivated individual with experience running Heavy Equipment. Are you wanting a long-term career close to home!? If your answer is yes, apply today!...

Crane Operator/Rebar Fabricator

  • Flowood, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Flowood, MS
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Division: Nucor Rebar Fabrication South Central Location: Flowood, MS, United States Other Available Locations: N/A Basic Job Functions: Safety is the most important part of all jobs...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Canton, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Canton, MS
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Brasfield & Gorrie is currently accepting applications for a Heavy Equipment Operator. Below are the main responsibilities for this position....

Loader Operator

  • Tylertown, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Tylertown, MS
  • 3 days ago

Job ID: 509765 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is North Americas leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturers portfolio of...

G/C Equipment Operator - Full Time

  • Bay St Louis, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Bay St Louis, MS
  • 3 days ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

1014 - Operator Equipment - Medium

  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 5 days ago

.); to excavate, move and/or grade material. Key Responsibilities....

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mississippi

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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