Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Braintree, MA

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 PT

  • Canton, MA (6 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, MA (6 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator PT R+L Carriers has an immediate need for Part-time Forklift Operators at our Canton, MA service center. As a Forklift Operator, you will be tasked with moving all different...

Forklift Operator

  • Mansfield, MA (17 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mansfield, MA (17 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for assembling and filling orders to be shipped to customers or other divisions. You will load and unload common...

Loader Operator

  • Salem, MA (22 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Salem, MA (22 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4316086 Job Title: Loader Operator Application Deadline: 08/22/2025Job Location: Salem Date Posted: 07/23/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift: Day Shift Duration of Job: Full Time,...

Hiring a Bulldozer Operator!

  • Everett, MA (14 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Everett, MA (14 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 6 days ago

un Hiring a Bulldozer Operator! (Everett, MA) Resource Options compensation: 21-23/hr (+ OT) depending on experience employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Bulldozer operator...

Full-Time Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Holbrook, MA (4 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Holbrook, MA (4 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Do you enjoy working with your hands, and breaking the boundaries of the traditional office job? Are you interested in a career with a family-owned company that is founded on growth,...

Warehouse / Yard / Forklift Operator

  • Salem, MA (22 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Salem, MA (22 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Warehouse / Yard / Forklift Operator Brake and Clutch, Inc. 63 Bridge Street compensation: Starting at $24.00 per hour or commensurate based on experience. employment type: job title: Warehouse /...

Construction Equipment Operator

  • Stoughton, MA (7 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (7 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Overview Are you a heavy equipment operator looking for a change of pace? Do you want to take your skills to the next level?...

Crane Operator

  • Cambridge, MA (13 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (13 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 8 days ago

About GE Vernova GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced...

Warehouse Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Braintree, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Braintree, MA
  • 8 days ago

Ryder is hiring immediately for a Permanent, Full-Time 3rd Shift Stand Up Forklift Operator in Braintree, MA! Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $23.50/hour Schedule: 3rd Shift -...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 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

  • Franklin, MA (22 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (22 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Overview Imperial Dade, a leading North American distributor, has a Forklift Operator opportunity available in Franlin, MA! Join a strong and continuously evolving warehouse group, helping to...

Forklift Operator

  • Winchester, MA (18 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Winchester, MA (18 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Forklift Operator Winchester, MA Description Westaff is looking for 1st Shift Forklift Drivers in the Winchester, MA area for Immediate Start! Pay: $18.50/hour Location: Winchester, MA Hours:...

Crane Operator

  • Hanover, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hanover, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 15 days ago

You will be involved in all aspects of removals, pruning, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care....

Forklift Operator

  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Overview Sprout is a growing Green company, we're a team on a mission to make a real difference in the world by upcycling leading technology, recycling unusable electronics and helping our...

Excavator Operator Need in Holliston Area

  • Holliston, MA (22 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Holliston, MA (22 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Excavator Operator Need in Holliston Area (Holliston) compensation: $34-$42Per Hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Excavator Operator We are looking for a solid Excavator...

Demographic Data for Braintree, MA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Braintree, MA

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 Braintree, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
3.2%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

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