Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Norfolk, 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

  • Mansfield, MA (8 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Mansfield, MA (8 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Assembles and fills orders to be shipped to customers or other divisions. Loads/Unloads common carrier and company vehicles. Assembles customer orders to be shipped via UPS/LTL Processes paperwork...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Marlborough, MA (19 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marlborough, MA (19 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down 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 FT, Loader IV

  • Canton, MA (11 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Canton, MA (11 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, $29.88 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts PTO available after the first 90 calendar days of employment. Come and experience the difference with R+L...

Licensed Excavator Operator

  • Lincoln, RI (14 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lincoln, RI (14 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 6 days ago

GEM is looking to hire Licensed Excavator Operator to work with our team full time. As the Excavator Operators, you will operate equipment to assist in construction work. An excavator operator can...

Forklift Operator I

  • Natick, MA (11 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Natick, MA (11 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Forklift/ Cherry Picker Operator Forklift /Cherry Picker Operators (both standup) are responsible for the efficient and safe operation of a motorized lift vehicle to pull products based on...

Forklift Operator Second Shift

  • Pawtucket, RI (16 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (16 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Rand Whitney Container Pawtucket RI - Pawtucket, RI Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Second Shift Job Category : Manufacturing...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Providence, RI (20 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Providence, RI (20 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 9 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...

Crane Operator

  • Everett, MA (24 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Everett, MA (24 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 10 days ago

The Crane Operator reports to the Terminal Operations Manager, or the Shredder Operations Manager. The Crane Operator is responsible for the operation of hydraulic and/or cable equipment to lift...

Full-Time Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Holbrook, MA (16 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Holbrook, MA (16 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 12 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 Associate/Forklift Operator

  • Randolph, MA (14 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Randolph, MA (14 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Tellworks Logistics, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia with locations throughout the United States, is a leading provider of supply chain services. Our company offers warehouse and logistics...

Forklift Operator/Order Picker

  • Norton, MA (13 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Norton, MA (13 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Description Green Garden Products, a subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet, the number one supplier of top-quality flower seeds and non-GMO vegetable seeds for the gardening industry, is now seeking...

Loading/Unloading Forklift Operator

  • Taunton, MA (17 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (17 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 17 days ago

V&S Galvanizing, LLC has over 100 years of experience in Hot Dip Galvanizing and we are the leader in the steel coating industry. Today we operate over 9 galvanizing plants in the U.S., featuring...

Forklift Operator

  • Holliston, MA (7 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Holliston, MA (7 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Move material throughout facility and into and out of trucks without injury to boxes, products, or raw material. Stack boxes safely; maintains effective use of space. Determines needs of...

Forklift Operator - Health & Beauty Department

  • Westborough, MA (17 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (17 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 21 days ago

EG America is one of the fastest-growing convenience store retailers in the United States, committed to becoming Americas #1 one-stop destination. The business has an established pedigree of...

Forklift Operator

  • Norwood, MA (8 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Norwood, MA (8 miles from Norfolk, MA)
  • 21 days ago

We are urgently hiring for a second shift forklift operator at our client located in Norwood, MA. This position is a full time, contract to hire opportunity with a starting payrate of $20 per...

Demographic Data for Norfolk, MA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.3%
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 Norfolk, 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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