Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kings Mountain, 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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GPS Dozer Operator

  • Gaffney, SC (23 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Gaffney, SC (23 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 7 hours ago

General Description A GPS Dozer Operator is an hourly-rated skilled craft position that performs on construction projects any combination of the duties described more fully, below. A Dozer...

Excavator Operator

  • Gaffney, SC (23 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Gaffney, SC (23 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 7 hours ago

Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 20 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Cherryville, NC (9 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cherryville, NC (9 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.85 - $23.35 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

  • Lincolnton, NC (16 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lincolnton, NC (16 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Typical equipment operated includes dump truck, bucket truck, tractor, street sweeper, swap loader, tanker, backhoe, sanitation vehicles, knuckle boom, leaf truck, chipper, air compressor, sled tamp...

Forklift Operator

  • Gaffney, SC (21 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gaffney, SC (21 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Job ID: 505619 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside....

Loader Operator

  • Gastonia, NC (7 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gastonia, NC (7 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 8 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...

Equipment Operator

  • Bessemer City, NC (6 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bessemer City, NC (6 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 8 days ago

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt....

Equipment Operator I

  • Gastonia, NC (7 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Gastonia, NC (7 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Job Details Division: Metal Recycling Services LLC Location: Gastonia, NC, United States Other Available Locations: North CarolinaBasic Job Functions:Safety is the most important part of all jobs...

Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator - Blacksburg, SC

  • Blacksburg, SC (12 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Blacksburg, SC (12 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Reeves Construction Company, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the states North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri and Arkansas has been a key partner in the...

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator

  • Kings Mountain, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Kings Mountain, NC
  • 10 days ago

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters...

Heavy Equipment Operator (Grade Crew) - Gaffney, SC

  • Gaffney, SC (23 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Gaffney, SC (23 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Mission Reeves Construction Company is looking for an EXPERIENCED Heavy Equipment Operator working around the Gaffney and Greenville, SC area....

Excavator/Dozer Operator

  • Belmont, NC (18 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Belmont, NC (18 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 15 days ago

Pay $22-28 p/hr Immediate openings for Skilled Heavy Equipment Operators ( Excavator, Dozer) in Charlotte & surrounding areas. This is a long term opportunity with room for growth and advancement!...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Haul/Water Truck

  • Blacksburg, SC (12 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Blacksburg, SC (12 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 17 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...

Asphalt Plant Loader Operator

  • Kings Mountain, NC
  • 29 days ago
  • Kings Mountain, NC
  • 29 days ago

This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Belmont, NC (18 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Belmont, NC (18 miles from Kings Mountain, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

This position is responsible for the use and operation of heavy construction equipment which could include a forklift, dozer, front end loader, excavator, roller, backhoe or articulated dump truck in...

Demographic Data for Kings Mountain, NC

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kings Mountain, NC

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Kings Mountain, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.2%
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 Kings Mountain, 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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