Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Oregon City, OR

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

  • Molalla, OR (19 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Molalla, OR (19 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator, Molalla, Oregon Interfor is seeking energetic andenthusiastic team players to join our team as a Forklift Operator in Molalla, Oregon.Starting rate for this position is...

Load Builder/Forklift Operator

  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 2 days ago

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom...

Distribution Teammate - Equipment Operator

  • Wilsonville, OR (12 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilsonville, OR (12 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 2 days ago

At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated...

NOW HIRING: Construction Labor / Excavator Operator $25/hr+

  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 3 days ago

elevations, and reading survey markers Installing underground utilities including water systems, storm systems, sewer lines, power and communication conduits Working with manholes, drywells, utility vaults Excavating...

EXCAVATOR OPERATOR $32 - $34/hr to Start - Full Health

  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 6 days ago

CALL MARK ... ***... leave a message if after hours. START at $32 - $34/hr... Time and a half after 40 hrs/week. Lots of hours. Feed the screen plant, mix material, load trucks at our blending...

Forklift Operator

  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 7 days ago

Pay ranges between \$20-\$22 an hour DOE. Benefits are available oncehired by one of our clients. Overtime is available for those who wantit. If you are not interested but know someone that would...

Forklift Operator - 54688

  • Milwaukie, OR (9 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Milwaukie, OR (9 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 7 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4224913 Job Title: Forklift Operator - 54688 Application Deadline: 04/04/2025Job Location: Milwaukie Date Posted: 03/04/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift: Day Shift Duration of...

Experienced Equipment Operator - PT/FT - CDL not required

  • Oregon City, OR
  • 7 days ago
  • Oregon City, OR
  • 7 days ago

un Experienced Equipment Operator - PT/FT - CDL not required (Oregon City) Randall Creek Sweeping compensation: DOE + Benefits employment type: job title: Equipment Operator - Street Sweeping...

Forklift Operator - SE Portland

  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 7 days ago

Ajinomoto Foods North America is a leading frozen foods company, committed to providing nutritious and delicious meals globally. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, our brands have...

Forklift Operator

  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 8 days ago

About Us Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers,...

Telecom Equipment Operator with CDL

  • Sherwood, OR (16 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Sherwood, OR (16 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 8 days ago

Discover a more connected Telecom Equipment Operator career At North Sky Communications LLC as a Telecom Equipment Operator with CDL, you’ll be responsible for driving company vehicles and...

II, Heavy Equipment Operator - 2330211

  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 8 days ago

Job Description: As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender...

Crane Operator

  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 13 days ago
  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 13 days ago

Utilize truck mounted, rough terrain, mobile boom cranes, and crawler cranes, 25 ton up to 75 ton and a maximum boom length of 230 feet to load, unload or move and store a variety of assets....

Local CDL / Forklift Operator

  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Portland, OR (15 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 14 days ago

Etz Hayim owns and operates the brands Cycling Frog and Lazarus Naturals, as well as a sprawling operation that spans from farming over 300 acres of hemp, extraction, chemical processing,...

Equipment Operator/ Groundsperson

  • Sherwood, OR (16 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 23 days ago
  • Sherwood, OR (16 miles from Oregon City, OR)
  • 23 days ago

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Efficiently operate and maintain various types of mining equipment, such as a dozer, high wall excavator, skid steer, front end...

Demographic Data for Oregon City, OR

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Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Oregon City, OR

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Oregon City, OR 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 Oregon City, OR
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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