Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Sykesville, 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 (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 6 hours 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 - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Germantown, MD (24 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Germantown, MD (24 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 10 hours 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-(2nd Shift)

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 3 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...

Pipe Excavator Operator

  • Jessup, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jessup, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Allan Myers is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Excavator Operator to join our Mainline Pipe Crew on heavy civil construction projects. The ideal candidate has at...

Paver Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 3 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-(2nd Shift)

  • Jessup, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jessup, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Opportunity summary: As Warehouse Operator you are\u202Fresponsible for all phases of assembling materials for customer orders, receiving new and returned product, and maintaining safety and...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Gaithersburg, MD (20 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (20 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 4 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 (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 5 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...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • Halethorpe, MD (18 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Halethorpe, MD (18 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 5 days ago

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

Night Shift Assembly Rigger/Crane Operator

  • Taneytown, MD (21 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Taneytown, MD (21 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 6 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

  • Cockysvil, MD (17 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cockysvil, MD (17 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Forklift - Yard Worker Job Description Operate a forklift to move and distribute products efficiently. Responsibilities include loading and unloading trucks, handling materials, managing...

CDL Driver & Crane Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 9 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 (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 9 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...

Forklift Operator - IBD

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Sazerac Company Overview Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the...

Warehouse Forklift Operator AM

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Sykesville, 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...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Sykesville, 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 Sykesville, MD offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
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 Sykesville, 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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