Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Cheshire, CT

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the landscaping industry operates large machinery used in the construction and maintenance of landscapes. Their duties may include grading terrain, hauling materials, digging holes for planting, and other tasks where heavy machinery is needed. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of equipment, typically including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes. They also perform routine inspections and maintenance on the machinery, ensuring it is in good working condition.

Important skills for a Heavy Equipment Operator include mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. A high school diploma is usually required, along with a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a certification in heavy equipment operations. This certification can be obtained through trade schools or community colleges. Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer or a Landscape Worker, which provide relevant experiences like operating smaller machinery, understanding of landscape designs and plans, and familiarity with the industry's safety requirements.

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Forklift Operator (1st and 2nd Shift)

  • Shelton, CT (17 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shelton, CT (17 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Keeps production supplied by retrieving materials and supplies; operating a forklift. Duties: Plans supply and material requirements by studying production schedule; scheduling deliveries to...

Forklift Operator

  • Shelton, CT (17 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shelton, CT (17 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator STS Manufacturing Shelton, CT, US 1 hour ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Plastics Manufacturing company in Shelton, CT looking for an experienced Forklift...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Wallingford, CT (5 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (5 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Forklift Operator PT

  • Meriden, CT (6 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (6 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 9 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $24.20 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment Come and experience the difference with R+L...

Excavator Operator

  • Stratford, CT (21 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stratford, CT (21 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities Performing duties as a heavy equipment operator on residential and commercial job sites, specializing in sewer and water service repairs....

Grocery - Forklift Operator

  • Cheshire, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Cheshire, CT
  • 11 days ago

Position Overview: As a Warehouse Reach Truck (Forklift) Operator your responsibilities include but are not limited to utilizing a reach truck to move, lift, stack and retrieve product within the...

Excavator operator and loader to screen

  • West Haven, CT (15 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 23 days ago
  • West Haven, CT (15 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 23 days ago

Excavator operator and loader to screen (West Haven) compensation: 25$ Looking to screen topsoil need operator for exc and loader west haven post id: ... updated: [ ]

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Middletown, CT (13 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (13 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator Middletown, CT Description Westaff is Seeking Forklift Operators and Warehouse Associates for Manufacturer in Middletown, CT! 2nd Shift hours: 1:30pm - Finish Pay:...

Forklift Operator (Days)

  • Wallingford, CT (5 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (5 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift Operator (Days) Full Time Operations Wallingford, CT, US 6 days ago Requisition ID: 1656 Salary Range: $18.00 To $22.00 Hourly TITLE: Warehouse Forklift Operator DIVISION: Warehouse...

Crane Operator

  • Meriden, CT (6 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Meriden, CT (6 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Macri Roofing is seeking a skilled and licensed crane operator. Competitive salary and benefits. Apply in person at our Duffy Avenue facilities or send a current resume with your qualifications to...

Forklift Operator / Yard Help

  • Branford, CT (15 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Branford, CT (15 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Forklift Operator / Yard Helper Ring's End, Inc. is calling all motivated candidates who are interested in a full-time Forklift Operator / Yard Helper position in the Branford, CT area to help...

Overhead Crane Operator

  • Avon, CT (20 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Avon, CT (20 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

Job ID: 512325 Non-Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North...

Forklift Operator

  • Avon, CT (20 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Avon, CT (20 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

Job ID: 512349 Non-Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North...

Loader Operator

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Cheshire, CT)
  • 90+ 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...

Demographic Data for Cheshire, CT

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Cheshire, CT

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Cheshire, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Cheshire, CT
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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