Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Delaware

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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Full-Time Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Claymont, DE
  • 3 days ago
  • Claymont, DE
  • 3 days ago

Overview Do you enjoy working with your hands, and breaking the boundaries of the traditional office job? Are you interested in a career with a family-owned company that is founded on growth,...

Pipe Excavator Operator

  • Middletown, DE
  • 3 days ago
  • Middletown, DE
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Allan Myers is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Excavator Operator to join our Mainline Pipe Crew or Mass Excavation Crew on heavy civil construction projects. The...

Forklift Operator

  • Smyrna, DE
  • 4 days ago
  • Smyrna, DE
  • 4 days ago

Forklift Operator at Express Employment Professionals in Smyrna, Delaware, United States Job Description Move levers or controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • New Castle, DE
  • 11 days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 11 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...

Loader Operator

  • Middletown, DE
  • 14 days ago
  • Middletown, DE
  • 14 days ago

Loader Operator at Eastern States in Middletown, Delaware, United States Job Description Eastern States Construction Service, Inc. (Eastern States), a family-owned business since 1953, is a...

Crane Operator

  • Bridgeville, DE
  • 16 days ago
  • Bridgeville, DE
  • 16 days ago

You will be involved in all aspects of removals, pruning, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care....

Crane Operator

  • New Castle, DE
  • 26 days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 26 days ago

CRANE OPERATOR at InteRebar Fabricators in New Castle, Delaware, United States Job Description InteRebar Fabricators is seeking a Crane Operator in its rebar fabrication facility. The Crane...

Forklift Operator II 7PM-7AM

  • Dover, DE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 30+ days ago

Edgewell is a global team of over 6,000 visionaries, doers and makers. Our secret is people, and we have an inspiring and collaborative global force of them. Our portfolio of over 25 brands...

Forklift Operator

  • Seaford, DE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seaford, DE
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift Operator - Immediate Hire Location: Seaford, DE Pay: $17.00/hour to start About the Role We're looking for a skilled Warehouse Associate to join our warehouse team in Sussex County, DE....

Excavator Operator

  • Newark, DE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 45+ days ago

We are growing and have an excellent opportunity for a skilled heavy equipment operator, especially backhoe and/mini excavator for sewer & water service repairs/replacements....

Standup Forklift Operator/Material Handler

  • Middletown, DE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Middletown, DE
  • 45+ days ago

Job Title: Stand-up Forklift operators Shifts: Nights 6:00pm to 6:30am- 2,2,3 schedule (every other Friday, Saturday, Sunday off) Pay: Base + Incentive pay averaging $24+ hourly combined....

Crane Operator- 2nd shift

  • New Castle, DE
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 45+ days ago

Overview The Crane Operator is responsible for operating an overhead crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. The Operator controls crane functions by depressing buttons as well as...

Forklift Operator/Labor

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 90+ days ago

We have an immediate opening for a Forklift Operator. Under the direction of the warehouse manager, you will be responsible for moving finished products from the production floor to trucks or...

Loader Operator/Groundperson

  • Dagsboro, DE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dagsboro, DE
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Dagsboro Stone Depot, a division of The H&K Group, Inc., is looking for the ideal Loader Operator/Groundperson! The Loader Operator/Groundperson will be responsible for loading,...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Delaware

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 Delaware offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.3%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Some College
3.4%
Some High School
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Delaware
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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