Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Delray Beach, FL

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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Night, Forklift Operator

  • Boca Raton, FL (6 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (6 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 23 hours ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE Operate an industrial forklift to perform...

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Deerfield Beach

  • Deerfield Beach, FL (10 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL (10 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Simply put, our Warehouse Forklift Operators are masters of skillfully maneuvering industrial powered equipment. Join the team and use your skills to help Publix Distribution maintain a smooth,...

Asphalt Paver Operator

  • Lake Worth, FL (11 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Worth, FL (11 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Johnson Brothers Corporation a Southland Company - Lake Worth, FL. We are looking for an experienced Paver Operator to join our paving crew. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience...

Forklift Operator - Now Hiring

  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Company: US1277 FreshPoint South Florida, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 33069 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay...

Crane Operator - Immediate Opening

  • West Palm Beach, FL (18 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (18 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Update AUGUST 2025 Immediate Opening for a Rough Terrain (RT), Large Hydraulic and Lattice Boom Crawler Crane Operator(s) for construction projects in the South Florida area. OSHA accredited...

Loader Operator - South Bay

  • Lake Park, FL (24 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Park, FL (24 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Maschmeyer Concrete Company of Florida is currently seeking a highly-motivated, dependable Front-End Loader Operator at our Concrete Plant in South Bay, Florida. This position will report to the...

Loader Operator

  • West Palm Beach, FL (18 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (18 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the...

Forklift Operator (Spanish required)

  • Palm Beach Shores, FL (23 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Palm Beach Shores, FL (23 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Performs put-away and replenishment functions making product available for shipment Realiza funciones de ubicacion y reabastecimiento que ponen el producto a disposicion para el envio...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 8 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...

Stand up Forklift Operator

  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Stand up Forklift Operator (Boca Raton) Alliance Workforce compensation: $20 employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Delivery Driver Media Distribution Center in Boca is seeking...

Forklift Operator

  • Palm Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Palm Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 16 days ago

Who We Are: Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is a family-owned independent Coca-Cola bottler that is the third largest privately-held and the sixth largest independent Coca-Cola...

Forklift Operator

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (23 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (23 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 18 days ago

Forklift Operator PeopleReady of Hollywood, FL is now hiring Forklift Operators in Fort Lauderdale, FL! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment....

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 18 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a reach truck forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true,...

Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 19 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Production Forklift Operator (R204934)

  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (15 miles from Delray Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Company: US1277 FreshPoint South Florida, Inc. Sales Territory: Zip Code: 33069 Travel Percentage: COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Delray Beach, FL

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 Delray Beach, FL 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 Delray Beach, FL
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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