Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Nyack, NY

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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Loader/Forklift operator

  • Long Island City, NY (23 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Long Island City, NY (23 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

LeNoble Lumber Company is a family owned business and is currently seeking experienced Loaders/forklift drivers. INDOOR LUMBER YARD. Drywall, Lumber, plywood and forklift experienced ONLY...

Forklift Operator / Replenishment Associate (Night Shift)

  • Norwood, NJ (6 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Norwood, NJ (6 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

Forklift Operator / Replenishment Associate (Night Shift) Orthofeet Inc Norwood, New Jersey, United States, 07648 1 day ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description About Orthofeet Inc...

Receiving Forklift Operator

  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Stew Leonard’s, a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, has locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Stew’s earned its nickname, the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores”...

Forklift Operator

  • Cortlandt Manor, NY (13 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cortlandt Manor, NY (13 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

RIGHTSTONE IS HIRING! We are seeking a certified and safety-focused Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team in Cortlandt, NY with $23.27/hr pay for a 3 month contract (temp only). In this...

Forklift Operator

  • Cortlandt Manor, NY (13 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cortlandt Manor, NY (13 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Adecco is assisting a **local client** recruiting for **Forklift Operator** opportunities in Cortlandt, NY. This is an excellent opportunity to join a winning culture and get your foot in the door...

Forklift Operator

  • Bronx, NY (18 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (18 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 2 days ago

About The Chefs' Warehouse The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. ( ) combines exceptional quality and brand building with broadline food service distribution for more than 35 years. With Protein, Specialty,...

Tractor Operator NA-07

  • West Point, NY (21 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Point, NY (21 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 8 days ago

This position is located at the West Point Golf Course. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for...

Forklift Operator

  • Fairfield, NJ (24 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (24 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Forklift Operator / Material Handler in Fairfield, NJ Pay: $18.50/hr. 1st Shift & 3rd Shift Full-time, Benefits, and Weekly Pay Impact Workforce Solutions is hiring for a Full-Time Forklift...

Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Forklift Operator - Night Shift Empire Construction Supply, Inc. 27.93 USD-30.43 USD paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan United States, York, Brooklyn 80 21st Street (Show on map) Jun 17, 2025...

Construction Equipment Operator - Heavy - #03508

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 27 days ago

Construction Equipment Operator - Heavy - #03508 Canal Corporation 17 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828 The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description...

Forklift Operator

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift Operator FerrellGas flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, York, Candor Jun 03, 2025 Forklift Operator Job Locations...

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

  • Paterson, NJ (18 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (18 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 30+ 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...

Forklift Operator - Power Plant

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift Operator - Power Plant Reworld Location Maryland Posted date 3 days ago Minimum level N/A Employment type Full-time Job category Other Who we are For more than 40 years, Reworld has been...

Forklift Operator/Warehouse Associate

  • Yorktown Heights, NY (15 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Yorktown Heights, NY (15 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Our client, a leading player in the logistics industry, is seeking a Forklift Operator/Warehouse Associate to join their team. As a Forklift Operator/Warehouse Associate, you will be part of the...

Forklift Operator / Yard Help

  • Darien, CT (22 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Darien, CT (22 miles from Nyack, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Forklift Operator / Yard Helper Ring's End, Inc. is calling all motivated candidates who are interested in a full-time Forklift Operator / Yard Helper position in the Darien, CT area to help...

Demographic Data for Nyack, NY

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Nyack, NY

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 Nyack, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Nyack, NY
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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