Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in White Plains, 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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Night Forklift Operator

  • Bronx, NY (16 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (16 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 1 day 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,...

Forklift Operator - Experienced

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator - Experienced - Part-TimeForklift Operators are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Forklift Operators are responsible for a variety of typical warehouse duties, including...

Retail Forklift Operator - Replenishment

  • Paramus, NJ (17 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (17 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Why we will love you You care about making a positive impact in the world. A warehouse job at IKEA is so much more than moving things from A to B. Its the stuff in between that makes being a...

Forklift Operator

  • Northport, NY (23 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Northport, NY (23 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Join our dynamic warehouse team and drive your career forward! We’re seeking an experienced Forklift Operator who is skilled in operating Cherry Pickers, Sit Down Class 3, and Sit Down Class 5...

Full-Time Yard Forklift Operator

  • Oakland, NJ (24 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oakland, NJ (24 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days 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,...

Crane operator

  • Peekskill, NY (19 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Peekskill, NY (19 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Crane operator (Peekskill NY) 2 the rescue compensation: Salary /commison employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Operator Crane Recovery company seeks NYS certified crane...

Yard Crewmember

  • Plainview, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Plainview, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Job Description Time Type: Part time Role Details: Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $14.50 / HR Job Location: 4605 Olton Road, Plainview, TX 79072 Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist...

Crane Operator

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Crane Operator Reports to: The Crane Operator is responsible and accountable to the Yard Supervisor Supervises: None. Description of Duties: The Crane Operator is responsible to maintain and...

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator- P/T - Mon-Fri PM shift

  • Bethpage, NY (24 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • Bethpage, NY (24 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 27 days ago

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters...

2nd Shift-Loader Operator-Atlantic Coast Recycling

  • Passaic, NJ (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Passaic, NJ (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

As a heavy equipment operator with us the minimum responsibilities are: Operating heavy equipment such as: bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor grader, scraper, and compactors....

Asphalt Loader Operator - Totowa, NJ

  • Totowa, NJ (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Totowa, NJ (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Asphalt Loader Operator - Totowa, NJ at Tilcon New York, Inc Asphalt Loader Operator - Totowa, NJ at Tilcon New York, Inc in Totowa, New Jersey Posted in General Business 3 days ago. Type:...

Excavator Operator

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Heidelberg Materials US, Inc. Excavator Operator in Schoharie , New York About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North...

Day Shift Yard Loader Operator

  • Clifton, NJ (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

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

  • Carlstadt, NJ (21 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Carlstadt, NJ (21 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

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 same...

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

  • Carlstadt, NJ (21 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Carlstadt, NJ (21 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

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 same...

Demographic Data for White Plains, NY

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in White Plains, 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 White Plains, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.1%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.4%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Some College
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 White Plains, 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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