Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Frederick, 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

  • Rocky Ridge, MD (10 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rocky Ridge, MD (10 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 2 days ago

General Laborer - $22-$23/hr. Job Description These individuals will be performing repetitive general labor and forklift duties - they will be taking bricks from the kiln carts and stacking it on...

Crane Operator - Mi-Jack

  • Derwood, MD (24 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Derwood, MD (24 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 10 days ago

About the role Reworld is seeking a Mi-Jack crane operator and heavy equipment operator for its Derwood, MD Transfer Station in Montgomery County, MD....

Forklift Operator

  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring for Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operators in Hagerstown, Maryland Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $21.00 per hour Overtime Pay: $31.50 per hour...

Forklift Operator - Day

  • Westminster, MD (19 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Westminster, MD (19 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 13 days 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...

Night Shift Assembly Rigger/Crane Operator

  • Taneytown, MD (15 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Taneytown, MD (15 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Job Description: • Maintain a safe and clean work area • Able to clean and detail / rig all types of units • Proficiently complete all production and quality documentation Example: (Inspection...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 29 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 29 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring for Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operators in Hagerstown, Maryland Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $21.00 per hour Overtime Pay: $31.50 per hour...

Paver Operator

  • Frederick, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 30+ days ago

American Job Center Paver Operator in FREDERICK , Maryland Thurmont Paving, in Thurmont MD, is seeking qualified candidates for a Paver Operator/Roller Operator position. The Operator is...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 60+ 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-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

Warehouse/Forklift Operator/Backup Class A or B

  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Position at Hood Distribution Hood Distribution is looking for a Warehouse/Forklift Operator/Backup CDL Class A or B driver for the Hagerstown, MD facility. Hood Distribution is a wholesale...

Demographic Data for Frederick, MD

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Frederick, 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 Frederick, 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 Frederick, 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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