Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Greensboro, NC

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 Forklift Operator

  • Colfax, NC (13 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Colfax, NC (13 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Heavy Forklift Operator Job Description A heavy forklift operator is responsible for managing industrial trucks to move materials around a worksite. Responsibilities Safely operate forklifts to...

Forklift Operator

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 8 days ago

Overview FORKLIFT OPERATOR | HIRING IMMEDIATELY | GREENSBORO, NC Shift available: 7:00AM-7:00PM ROTATION EVERY 6 WEEKS 7:00PM-7:00AM $17.47-$23.23hr Benefits Overview: Eligible for benefits first...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Loader

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 10 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...

Civil Work: Large Excavator Operator

  • Liberty, NC (17 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Liberty, NC (17 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 12 days ago

positive drainage Understanding grade stakes Understand soils and the changing of soils Always sets cut level Obey all utility locates NEVER ASSUME Qualifications Knowledgeable in OSHA standards for excavations...

Equipment Operator

  • Kernersville, NC (17 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Kernersville, NC (17 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 14 days ago

As an employee of our Colter Electric, you will collaborate with a team of dedicated leaders in their field to deploy signals and lighting. Come work at a mature company that offers great benefits...

Equipment Operator - Rigging Department

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 14 days ago

Guy M Turner Inc is currently seeking dependable individuals for Equipment Operator positions. This is a great opportunity for those with experience operating excavators, skid steers, or other...

Equipment Operator Medium - Field Operations

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 16 days ago

Description General Definition of Work Performs intermediate semiskilled work transporting equipment to job sites, assisting crew when necessary, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is...

Crane Operator - Crawler Cranes

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 16 days ago

Guy M. Turner, Inc needs crawler crane operators for our Greensboro NC, Winston-Salem NC, and Burlington NC locations. This is a permanent, full time position operating modern, well-maintained...

Crane Operator - Hydraulic Cranes

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 16 days ago

Guy M. Turner, Inc needs hydraulic crane operators for our Greensboro NC, Winston-Salem NC, and Burlington NC locations. This is a permanent, full time position operating modern, well-maintained...

Crane Operator

  • Burlington, NC (15 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Burlington, NC (15 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 16 days ago

Guy M. Turner, Inc needs boom truck, hydraulic crane, and crawler crane operators. This is a permanent, full time position operating modern, well-maintained equipment. Applicant should possess...

Crane Operator - Boom Truck

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 16 days ago

Guy M. Turner, Inc needs boom truck operators for our Greensboro NC, Winston-Salem NC, and Burlington NC locations. This is a permanent, full time position operating modern, well-maintained...

Forklift Operator

  • Thomasville, NC (23 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (23 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 20 days ago

We are looking for a FORKLIFT OPERATOR to join our Thomasville, NC plant. As a forklift operator with Rinker Materials, you will contribute to one of the nation's largest manufacturers of...

Equipment Operator Heavy - Streets

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 22 days ago

Description Under immediate supervision, performs responsible semi-skilled work in the operation of motorized equipment; does related work as required. Examples of Duties Operates bulldozer; heavy...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Burlington, NC (15 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Burlington, NC (15 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 22 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _ __ it's what's inside that counts _ __ There's more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it's the people inside...

Warehouseperson- Forklift Operator

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 23 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 23 days ago

Open Search Mobile Menu Warehousing Warehouseperson- Forklift Operator Location Greensboro, North Carolina, USA Career Level Graduates Employment Type, Work Type Full Time Publishing Date, ID-Nr....

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Greensboro, NC

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Greensboro, NC 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 Greensboro, NC
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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