Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Clarksville, MD

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 - Nights

  • Westminster, MD (24 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Westminster, MD (24 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Pipe Excavator Operator

  • Silver Spring, MD (12 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (12 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 14 hours ago

Responsibilities Allan Myers is looking for a dedicated, hard-working equipment operator to join our team of professionals. Learn and grow within our company; we promote from within and provide...

Crane Operator

  • Curtis Bay, MD (20 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Curtis Bay, MD (20 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 14 hours ago

This vacancy is for a WG-5725-09, Crane Operator, located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, SFLC INVENTORY CTL POINT OPS SEC -SFLC-ALD-SUPPLY-ICP OPS in BALTIMORE,...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Elkridge, MD (10 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elkridge, MD (10 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 1 day 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

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Location Address: 7100 E Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21224 Work Shift: 12hr-B Shift (United States of America)The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift truck to stack...

Forklift Operator-(2nd Shift)

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Opportunity summary: As Warehouse Operator you areresponsible for all phases of assembling materials for customer orders, receiving new and returned product, and maintaining safety and quality...

Paver Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities This position operates one or more types of construction equipment; such as asphalt pavers, asphalt rollers, material transfer vehicles, milling machines, back hoes and skid...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Gaithersburg, MD (13 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (13 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 6 days ago

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

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or other freight...

CDL Driver & Crane Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Local CDL A or Local CDL B Driver w/ Knuckleboom or w/ Crane Certification We are committed to the personal and professional growth of our team members and we show this by having a clear path of...

Forklift Operator PT

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $23.76 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts PTO available after the first 90 calendar days of employment. Come and experience the difference...

Warehouse Forklift Operator AM

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Pay Range $16.05 - $24.07 PURPOSE The Forklift Operator is responsible for using a forklift or other power equipment to load, unload, move, stack and stage product for shipment to the stores. The...

Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 15 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 15 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...

Forklift Operator 1

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 16 days ago

Overnight Forklift Operator 1 Summary: The overnight forklift operator is responsible for providing daily support to operations of the Distribution department with awareness and knowledge of the...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Clarksville, MD

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 Clarksville, MD offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.3%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

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