Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in New Jersey

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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Selector Forklift Operator Conversion

  • Burlington, NJ
  • moments ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • moments ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Full-Time Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Manahawkin, NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Manahawkin, NJ
  • 1 hour 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,...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Dayton, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Dayton, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator 2270 US-130, Dayton, NJ 08810, USA Req #5954 Wednesday, March 19, 2025 OnTrac is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator! Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding...

Forklift Operator

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

The Forklift Operator position contributes to the success of the Warehouse operations by accessing storage space that is out of reach for other employees. A typical day as a Forklift Operator...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Avenel, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Avenel, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or...

2nd Shift Loader Operator

  • Wharton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Wharton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

extended periods in operation of equipment on varying surfaces (paved, dirt, multilevel) Able to climb up & down from cab heights with ease multiple times per hour Must be able to work safely in a busy mulch...

Forklift Operator Seasonal

  • Bordentown, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Bordentown, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Overview Ranked among Forbes Best Employers in America 2017, Ferrellgas knows dedicated superior service starts with supported employees.Blue Rhino Propane is looking for a Seasonal Forklift...

Asphalt Loader Operator - Totowa, NJ

  • Totowa, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Totowa, NJ
  • 1 day ago

508425Safety, Integrity, Quality are the foundation or core values on which Tilcon New York Inc., a CRH company operates. Located in New York and New Jersey, Tilcon New York Inc. is an integrated...

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 2 days ago

SR. MANAGER, SALES STRATEGY & INTEGRATION Job Location: Parsippany Company description Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as...

Forklift Operator III

  • Avenel, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Avenel, NJ
  • 2 days ago

$21 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operate the forklift to load and unload containers from local delivery and inter-franchise drivers, new container inventory, repositioning and customer...

Excavator Operator

  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 2 days ago

We are growing and have an excellent opportunity for a skilled heavy equipment operator, especially backhoe and/mini excavator for sewer & water service repairs/replacements....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 2 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...

Backhoe Operator - 100 Percent Travel Required

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 3 days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW: Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team! In this role you will get to travel to various sites performing demolition work....

Forklift Operator

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Plastipak Material Handlers/Forklift Operators safely and efficiently move & store finished goods and raw materials between the warehouse and production areas. Associates take pride in maintaining...

Sit Down Forklift Operator

  • Millville, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Millville, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Sit Down Forklift Operator Forklift Millville, NJ $17/hr Contract To Hire Mar 12, 2025 On Time Staffing is seeking Sit Down Forklift Operators for our warehouse in Millville, NJ! Starting Pay...

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Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Construction: Heavy Equipment Awareness
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Load Securement for Heavy Equipment (US) Course
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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in New Jersey

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 Jersey offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.1%
Bachelor's Degree
25.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.0%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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