Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Springfield, 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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Full-Time Yard Forklift Operator

  • West Springfield, MA (3 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Springfield, MA (3 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 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,...

Pallet Inspector Forklift Operator

  • Windsor Locks, CT (12 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windsor Locks, CT (12 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Pallet Inspector at our warehouse manufacturing facility in Windsor Locks, Connecticut Warehouse, Manufacturing and Repair...

Forklift Operator

  • Bloomfield, CT (18 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bloomfield, CT (18 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator Bloomfield, CT Description Westaff is Seeking Multiple Forklift Operators for Warehouse in Bloomfield, CT! Experience is needed Hours Vary: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts available in...

Forklift Operator

  • Agawam, MA (3 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Agawam, MA (3 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator with at least one year of experience within the past two years. The role involves operating a forklift to retrieve...

Experienced Paver Operator

  • Amherst, MA (19 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Amherst, MA (19 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Experienced Paver Operator (Amherst) Taylor Davis Landscape Company image 1 of 1 71 West Pomeroy Ln near PO Box 507 compensation: $30-$33 per hour employment type: experience level: mid level job...

Forklift Operator I

  • Northampton, MA (15 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Northampton, MA (15 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago

hours would be from 5;45pm - 6:15am rotating shift Level I (0-5 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE); JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Responsible for safely operating electric...

Warehouse Pallet Inspector Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Windsor Locks, CT (12 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Windsor Locks, CT (12 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Pallet Inspector at our warehouse manufacturing facility in Windsor Locks, CT Warehouse, Manufacturing and Repair positions pay Weekly Hourly Pay...

Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator

  • Springfield, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 7 days ago

un Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator (Springfield, MA) TQM Logistics compensation: $20.00 per hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Warehouse Worker Forklift Operator...

Forklift Operator - FAC Shift

  • Chicopee, MA (4 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicopee, MA (4 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 10 days ago

What you'll 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 - FAC Shift

  • Chicopee, MA (5 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicopee, MA (5 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 11 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 Incentive, 2nd shift

  • Hatfield, MA (19 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Hatfield, MA (19 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Forklift Operator Incentive, 2nd shift C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC North Hatfield, MA Job Details $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Wellness program Paid holidays Health insurance Dental...

Forklift Operator 1

  • Ludlow, MA (9 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Ludlow, MA (9 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 23 days ago

Forklift Operator 1 KIK Consumer Products - 3.1 Ludlow, MA Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Retirement plan...

Forklift Operator / Sit-down Propane

  • Ware, MA (20 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Ware, MA (20 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 25 days ago

Company: Kelly Services Location: Ware, MA Career Level: Entry Level Industries: Recruitment Agency, Staffing, Job Board Description Forklift Operator / Sit-down Propane Location: Ware, MA 01082...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Westfield, MA (10 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westfield, MA (10 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator Aaron's Family of Companies - 1.0 Westfield, MA Job Details Full-time $17.25 - $18.75 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental...

Forklift Operator-Windsor Locks, CT)

  • Hatfield, MA (19 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hatfield, MA (19 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift Operator - Incentive - 2nd Shift (This position is in WindsorLocks, CT) Windsor Locks, CT ID: R-262173 Keep our communities fed. Ourfocus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution...

Demographic Data for Springfield, MA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Springfield, 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 Springfield, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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