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Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator Jobs in Hickory, NC

VT LeeBoy, Inc.

Paint Prep 1st Shift

Lincolnton, NC · On-site

$18/hr

This is an entry level position - you need basic prep knowledge - sanding, scraping and chipping ... Use a 3-wheel hydraulic cart to move machines around the paint area. * Must practice good safety ...

LeeBoy Inc

Paint Prep 2nd Shift

Lincolnton, NC · On-site

$19.25/hr

This is an entry level position - you need basic prep knowledge - sanding, scraping and chipping ... Use a 3-wheel hydraulic cart to move machines around the paint area. * Must practice good safety ...

VT LeeBoy, Inc.

Paint Prep 2nd Shift

Lincolnton, NC · On-site

$19.25/hr

This is an entry level position - you need basic prep knowledge - sanding, scraping and chipping ... Use a 3-wheel hydraulic cart to move machines around the paint area. * Must practice good safety ...

LeeBoy

Paint Prep 2nd Shift

Lincolnton, NC · On-site

$19.25/hr

This is an entry level position - you need basic prep knowledge - sanding, scraping and chipping ... Use a 3-wheel hydraulic cart to move machines around the paint area. * Must practice good safety ...

FedEx

PH - Switcher CDL FT

Newton, NC · On-site

$22.70/hr

Responsible for the movement of trailers to and from the unload / load doors and throughout the ... operator experience preferred. Knowledge Skills and Abilities • Must have a valid driver ...

Nutrien

Operations Support Part-time

Statesville, NC · On-site

On-Site Experience Level: Entry Level Job Type: Part Time Nutrien is a leading provider of crop ... Load and unload trucks * Operate loaders, fork-lifts, tractors and location equipment in a safe ...

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How much do entry level wheel loader operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level wheel loader operator in Hickory, NC is $16.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator vs Equipment Operator?

AspectEntry Level Wheel Loader OperatorEquipment Operator
CertificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, mining, material handlingConstruction, industrial, mining, and transportation settings
Job DutiesOperate wheel loaders for loading, moving materialsOperate various heavy machinery including loaders, excavators

Both roles require safety certifications and involve working in construction or industrial environments. The main difference is that an Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator specializes in operating wheel loaders specifically, while an Equipment Operator may handle a variety of heavy machinery. The choice depends on the specific equipment and tasks involved in the job.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator job openings in Hickory, NC as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,342 per year, or $17 per hour.

Bucket Operator (CDL REQUIRED)

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC

Denver, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Asplundh Tree Expert rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 246 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 19 rated forestry and logging companies

Job description

Description
Trimmer/Climber
Job Type:
  • Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay:
  • Competitive, Hourly

Benefits:
  • Company-sponsored Retirement Plan
  • Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
  • Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections.
  • Operate and service all required tools/equipment.
  • Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces.
  • Sprays areas with equipment to prevent further growth.
  • Loads/unloads trucks.
  • Feeds brush & debris into a woodchipper.
  • Repairs minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
  • Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and other equipment.
  • Relays hand signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned.
  • Keeps trucks and work areas clear and orderly.
  • Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
  • Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
  • Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and the public.
  • Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
  • Assists in training new employees.
  • Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment.
  • Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.
  • Maintains good housekeeping on trucks and at work locations.
  • Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
  • No fear of heights.
  • Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.

Education & Experience:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Entry-level position, no experience required.
  • Previous experience is a plus.

Pre-Screen:
  • Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:
  • A Driver's License is Preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements:
  • RARE (less than 10%): Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs
  • OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Ladders, Pushing, Reading,
  • FREQUENT (up to 66%): Carrying, Pulling, lifting up to 50 lbs., Balancing, body-twisting, Hearing/Speech Range, Lifting, lifting up to 10 lbs., Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Walking
  • CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Standing, Sense of Touch, Gripping, Seeing Distant, Reaching, range-of-motion, Depth Perception, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Climbing Poles, Sense of Touch

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.
Important Information for Applicants:
  • Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
  • If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
  • Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
  • Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
  • We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
  • Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.

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