Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in New Hampshire

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

  • Manchester, NH
  • 21 hours ago
  • Manchester, NH
  • 21 hours 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

  • Dover, NH
  • 1 day ago
  • Dover, NH
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : Rand Whitney Container Dover NH - Dover, NH Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : First Shift Job Category : Manufacturing Description...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Dover, NH
  • 2 days ago
  • Dover, NH
  • 2 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...

Crane Operator

  • Hooksett, NH
  • 4 days ago
  • Hooksett, NH
  • 4 days ago

Crane Operator PeopleReady - 3.6 Hooksett, NH Job Details Full-time $30 - $35 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision...

Forklift Operator - Weekend Shift

  • Raymond, NH
  • 4 days ago
  • Raymond, NH
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Raymond, NH
  • 4 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Brentwood, NH
  • 5 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...

Paver Operator

  • Lebanon, NH
  • 7 days ago
  • Lebanon, NH
  • 7 days ago

Job ID: 511569 Pike Industries, Inc., a subsidiary and integral part of CRH, is a leading Highway Contractor and the largest producer of Hot Mix Asphalt and Construction Aggregates in New England....

Yard Loader Operator - Newport, NH

  • Newport, NH
  • 11 days ago
  • Newport, NH
  • 11 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **Yard Loader Operator - Newport, NH** **What you will be doing:** The Loader Operator is expected to operate the loader in a safe manner...

Forklift Operator opportunity at Merrimack, NH

  • Merrimack, NH
  • 13 days ago
  • Merrimack, NH
  • 13 days ago

Forklift Operator opportunity at Merrimack, NH Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States | Posted: 5/29/2025 Indotronix is an Equal Opportunity Employer Let Us Do the Heavy Lifting! Upload your...

Loader Operator

  • Newport, NH
  • 15 days ago
  • Newport, NH
  • 15 days ago

What you will be doing: The Loader Operator is expected to operate the loader in a safe manner at all times. Additionally, the loader operator is responsible for completing all maintenance on...

Shipping/Forklift Operator (2nd Shift) - Newington, NH

  • Newington, NH
  • 20 days ago
  • Newington, NH
  • 20 days ago

Your JobGeorgia-Pacific is seeking motivated and safety-oriented individuals to join our team asWarehouse Operatorsat our gypsum facility inNewington, NHand the offsite warehouse inPortsmouth,...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Manchester, NH
  • 22 days ago
  • Manchester, NH
  • 22 days 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 - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Hooksett, NH
  • 26 days ago
  • Hooksett, NH
  • 26 days 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...

Warehouse Forklift Operator Lumber Warehouse - stocking 10AM - 6:30PM

  • Amherst, NH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Amherst, NH
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator experienced in loading heavy loads on and off flatbed trailers. The ideal candidate should have strong forklift operation skills and a focus on safety....

Demographic Data for New Hampshire

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in New Hampshire

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 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire
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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