Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Exeter, NH

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 - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Hooksett, NH (23 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hooksett, NH (23 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 19 hours ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Londonderry, NH (21 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Londonderry, NH (21 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 1 day 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

  • Londonderry, NH (21 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Londonderry, NH (21 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 3 days ago

Location Address: 27 Industrial Drive, Londonderry, New Hampshire 03053 Work Shift: 8hr-1st Shift (United States of America)The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift truck to...

All Terrain Forklift Operator

  • Rochester, NH (20 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rochester, NH (20 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 6 days ago

All Terrain Forklift Operator at PC Construction Company FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 1d Job Description PC is seeking an experienced safety-oriented rough-all terrain Forklift, Lull, and Telehandler...

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

  • Manchester, NH (24 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (24 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 7 days ago

Material Handler Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Yard Laborer/Forklift operator to join our team. This role involves working directly with customers to receive incoming products and...

Forklift Operator

  • Brentwood, NH
  • 11 days ago
  • Brentwood, NH
  • 11 days ago

B Shift: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday alternating Wednesday 5:40 PM to 6:00 aM $24.31/hr Please note we do go through periods where overtime is an expectation of employment. This person is a member of...

Forklift Operator

  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 15 days ago

Forklift Operator Dover, NH -** **_Can Start Immediately!_** **Job Type:** Contract to Hire **Location** : Dover, New Hampshire **Shifts Available:** + 1st Shift: MondayFriday, 7:00 AM 3:30 PM,...

Second Shift Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 18 days ago
  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 18 days ago

NOW HIRING:SECOND SHIFT Warehouse Forklift Operators – Dover, NH We’re partnering with a great company in the Seacoast area that’s actively looking for Warehouse Forklift Operators to join their...

Forklift Operator- SWING M,F,S,Sn

  • Londonderry, NH (21 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 20 days ago
  • Londonderry, NH (21 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 20 days ago

Forklift Operator- SWING M,F,S,Sn Masis Staffing Solutions - 3.3 Londonderry, NH Job Details Temporary $21 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications English High school diploma or GED Entry level Full Job...

Forklift Operator

  • Manchester, NH (24 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 21 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (24 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 21 days ago

General Position Summary & Responsibilities: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the operation of a forklift and/or skid steer to lift and move materials, machines, and/or products in many...

Forklift Operator - Weekend Shift

  • Raymond, NH (11 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 25 days ago
  • Raymond, NH (11 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 25 days ago

Forklift Operator - Weekend Shift Location: Raymond, NH Job ID: 4380 START YOUR APPLICATION ( Here at Rehrig Pacific, we are all about our people. Since 1913, our organization has focused on...

Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift

  • Raymond, NH (11 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 25 days ago
  • Raymond, NH (11 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 25 days ago

Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift Location: Raymond, NH Job ID: 4381 START YOUR APPLICATION ( Here at Rehrig Pacific, we are all about our people. Since 1913, our organization has focused on...

Forklift Operator

  • Brentwood, NH
  • 26 days ago
  • Brentwood, NH
  • 26 days ago

Forklift Operator Brentwood, NH Description Sullivan Tire and Auto Service is actively seeking a Forklift Operator for our Taunton, MA Distribution Center. We are a family owned and operated...

Forklift Operator (Material Handler)

  • Haverhill, MA (11 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Haverhill, MA (11 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 45+ days ago

Forklift Operator (Material Handler) Warehouse $ 20 / Week location_on Ward Hill, Massachusetts work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is...

Forklift Operator

  • Seabrook, NH (8 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Seabrook, NH (8 miles from Exeter, NH)
  • 60+ days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE Operate an industrial forklift to perform...

Demographic Data for Exeter, NH

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Exeter, NH

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 Exeter, NH 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 Exeter, NH
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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