Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Edgewood, 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

  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 23 hours ago

Role Purpose: What will you do in this role? Our Forklift Operators are responsible for moving stock from one area to another within our warehouse environment. You'll load and unload shipments of...

Forklift Operator

  • Glen Burnie, MD (23 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (23 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operators should be skilled with excellent attention to detail. As a forklift Operator, you are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for...

Warehouse Forklift Operator- Baltimore, MD

  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Signature Retail Services is currently hiring for a full-time Forklift Warehouse Associate to assist with shipping/receiving and quality control inspection to join our team! In this vital role,...

Forklift Operator (OSHA Certified)

  • Sparrows Point, MD (15 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sparrows Point, MD (15 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Were looking for Warehouse Forklift Operators to work with our client in Sparrows Point, MD! Earn up to $18.75/hr. with the largest home improvement retailer in the United States. Benefits &...

Forklift Operator - Full-Time - Night Shift

  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 4 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 - Full-Time - Afternoon Shift

  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 7 days ago

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Forklift Operator

  • Aberdeen, MD (6 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Aberdeen, MD (6 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 8 days ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like...

Forklift Operator - Full-Time - Afternoon Shift

  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 9 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 - Part-Time - Afternoon Shift

  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 9 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 - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Rosedale, MD (12 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rosedale, MD (12 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 9 days ago

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

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Belcamp, MD (4 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Belcamp, MD (4 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 10 days ago

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

Warehouse Forklift Operator - PM

  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 16 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

  • Belcamp, MD (4 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Belcamp, MD (4 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 16 days ago

Ensures all equipment, guards and safety devices are in place at all times and observes safety rules to create a safe work environment for all employees while operating a forklift Works as part of...

CDL Driver - Crane Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 20 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 20 days ago

Joining Beacon Building Products as a CDL Driver means becoming part of a values-driven organization. Our core principles guide everything we do: putting people first, prioritizing safety, doing...

Forklift Operator/2nd

  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (20 miles from Edgewood, MD)
  • 22 days ago

Classification: Nonexempt Reports to: Production Supervisor 2 nd shift Department: Shipping/Receiving Location: CCM Petersen Annapolis Junction Job Title: Forklift Operator 1 Revision Date:...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Edgewood, 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 Edgewood, MD offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.1%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.4%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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