Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mount Freedom, NJ

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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Freight Handler / Forklift Operator II

  • Piscataway, NJ (18 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (18 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over...

Warehouse Associate (FORKLIFT OPERATOR) Donut

  • Washington, NJ (23 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, NJ (23 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Associate Location: Phillipsburg PA Shift: 1 st Shifts Available Pay: $21.00 About the Position: Our Client is a leader in Supply Chain Logistics Distribution. They are a newly located...

Warehouse Associate (FORKLIFT OPERATOR)

  • Clinton, NJ (21 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clinton, NJ (21 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Warehouse Associate Location: Phillipsburg PA Shift: 1 st Shifts Available Pay: $21.00 About the Position: Our Client is a leader in Supply Chain Logistics Distribution. They are a newly located...

Forklift Operator

  • Franklin, NJ (20 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (20 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Manpower is seeking a 1st Shift Forklift Operator to join our Shipping and Receiving Department. The ideal candidate is a team-oriented professional with experience in warehouse and using...

Mobile Crane Operator

  • Clifton, NJ (23 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (23 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Requisition : 82162 PSEG Company : Public Service Electric & Gas Co. Salary Range : $ 29.532 - $ 50.546 Work Location Category : Onsite PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible...

US - Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Franklin, NJ (20 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (20 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

HIRING NOW! Forklift Operator - Somerset, NJ Job Title: Forklift Operator Location: Somerset, NJ 08873 Pay Range: $23 Shift: 1st -> 6am - 2:30pm 2nd -> 2pm - 10:30pm Whats the Job? Load, unload,...

Forklift Operator

  • South Plainfield, NJ (18 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (18 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Primary Responsibility: Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not...

Warehouse Associate - Forklift Operator

  • Elizabeth, NJ (22 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (22 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a reliable and experienced Forklift Driver to join our team! If youre hard-working, safety-focused, and ready to work in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you....

Excavator Operator

  • Chester, NJ (5 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chester, NJ (5 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

un Excavator Operator (Chester) Andrew E Hall & Son compensation: Compensation TBD employment type: job title: Excavator/Operator Equipment Operator- full time, year round employment prefer that...

Forklift Operator

  • Totowa, NJ (22 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Totowa, NJ (22 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet. The Forklift Operator provides an opportunity for the candidate to...

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

  • Paterson, NJ (22 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (22 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Job Description 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...

US - Forklift Operator

  • Franklin, NJ (20 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (20 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Manpower is seeking a 2nd Shift Compounder to join our Production Department. This hands-on role involves blending and mixing fragrance materials in production tanks using precision equipment and...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Port Reading, NJ (23 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Port Reading, NJ (23 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Material Handlers in Port Reading, New Jersey Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $21.00 per hour Additional Pay: $2.00 Per Hour...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Warren, NJ (12 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (12 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 17 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 1st Shift

  • Woodbridge, NJ (23 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (23 miles from Mount Freedom, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift Port Reading, NJ, 07064, USA Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Material Handlers in Port Reading, New Jersey...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mount Freedom, NJ

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 Mount Freedom, NJ 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 Mount Freedom, NJ
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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