Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Trenton, 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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Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Belle Mead, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

We are Reckitt Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Belle Mead, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

We are Reckitt Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a...

Forklift Operator

  • Hillsborough, NJ (19 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ (19 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description The Forklift Operator is responsible for the handling process of the customer's packaged and pre-packaged product that is shipped, received, and stored at Quantix....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Morrisville, PA (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Morrisville, PA (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 8 hours 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 -High Reach Forklift $500 Sign on Bonus 2nd Shift Weekends

  • Delanco, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Delanco, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Receive a $500 Sign on Bonus after your first 90 days of employment with Perfect attendance!!! Responsibilities: Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using powered...

Forklift Operator -High Reach Operator 1st Shift Weekend $500 Sign on Bonus

  • Delanco, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Delanco, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Receive a sign on Bonus after your first 90 days of employment with perfect attendance!!! Responsibilities: Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using powered industrial...

Crane Operator

  • Morrisville, PA (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morrisville, PA (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Crane Operator. The Crane Operator will operate a refuse crane to maintain proper refuse flow to operating boilers and to control pit management....

Forklift Operator

  • Branchburg, NJ (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description As a General Production Worker, you will be responsible for pulling and verifying materials and supplies on production orders. You will maintain in-process...

Forklift Operator

  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Job Title : MMS ll Location: 35 Broadway Rd. Cranbury, NJ 08512 Job Title : MMS ll Division : Consumer Products Division Location : Cranbury, NJ Reports To: Department Supervisor/Manager Shift :...

Forklift Operator

  • Eddington, PA (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Eddington, PA (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

PeopleShare is seeking a Forklift Operator to join a manufacturing operations team. This position is critical to maintaining an efficient, organized, and high-performing inventory operation. You...

Forklift Operator - 2nd shift

  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Job Title: MMS ll Location: 35 Broadway Rd. Cranbury, NJ 08512 Job Title: MMS ll Division : Consumer Products Division Location : Cranbury, NJ Reports To: Department Supervisor/Manager Shift:...

Production Associate 4 (Sit down Forklift Operator) 2nd shift

  • North Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Company Description Cornerstone Building Brands makes windows that provide builders, architects, and homeowners with energy efficient, low maintenance solutions that add beauty and charm to any...

Forklift Operator

  • Monroe, NJ (18 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Monroe, NJ (18 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Staffmark is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our team in Monroe, NJ. If you have at least 6 months of forklift experience and are comfortable working in refrigerated or freezer...

Loader Operator

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 18 days ago

Copart, Inc. a technology leader and the premier online vehicle auction platform globally, with over 200 facilities located across the world, Copart links vehicle sellers to more than 750,000...

Forklift Operator - Weekend Shift

  • Burlington, NJ (10 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (10 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

As a Forklift Driver, you are an important part of the supply chain team, assisting with moving merchandise to and from various locations within the distribution center. You'll be responsible for...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Trenton, 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 Trenton, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
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 Trenton, 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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