Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Odenton, 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 FT, Loader IV

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 6 hours ago

Forklift Operator FT, $23.76 hr Loader IV R+L Carriers has an immediate need for Full-Time Freight Handlers at our Baltimore, MD Service Center to unload and load trailers. Forklift...

Warehouse Forklift Operator- Baltimore, MD

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 6 hours 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 (19 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Sparrows Point, MD (19 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 19 hours 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 (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 22 hours 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 (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 4 days ago

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Forklift Operator - Full-Time - Afternoon Shift

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 5 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 (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 5 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 (23 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rosedale, MD (23 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 5 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...

Crane Operator - Mi-Jack

  • Derwood, MD (23 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Derwood, MD (23 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 11 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....

Stand up Forklift Operator

  • Jessup, MD (7 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Jessup, MD (7 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Pay: $21/hr. (extra $1/Hr. shift differential starting at 7PM *after 90 days) 2nd shift Monday-Friday 2:30PM-11:00PM 1st shift Monday-Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM Use electric-powered industrial trucks...

Warehouse Forklift Operator - PM

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 12 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 II

  • Silver Spring, MD (15 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (15 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Requisition ID: 220233 Posting Locations: Silver Spring Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00, depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly Click here to view a Day in the Life of our Teammates! Our Secret...

Excavator Operator

  • Elkridge, MD (10 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elkridge, MD (10 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 13 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....

CDL Driver - Crane Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 17 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 (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Odenton, MD)
  • 19 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:...

Demographic Data for Odenton, MD

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