Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Coatesville, PA

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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Receiving Forklift Operator (3rd Shift)

  • Elkton, MD (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Elkton, MD (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 7 hours ago

Position Summary: Transport incoming freight to inventory from staging areas for storage in the appropriate slots, on the multi-level racks in the assigned warehouse area and replenish / re-stock...

Full-Time Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Douglassville, PA (21 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Douglassville, PA (21 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 13 hours 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,...

Forklift Operator

  • Exton, PA (11 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Exton, PA (11 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Currently hiring Forklift Operator in the Chester County, PA area for a FULL TIME and LONG TERM opportunity for this manufacturing company. The forklift operators will be...

Shipping Forklift Operator

  • Elkton, MD (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elkton, MD (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary: Transport incoming freight to inventory from staging areas for storage in the appropriate slots, on the multi-level racks in the assigned warehouse area and replenish / re-stock...

Forklift Operator/Materials Handler

  • Leola, PA (21 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Leola, PA (21 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Champion Home Builders, Inc. Job Description Job Title: Fork Lift Operator FLSA Status: Non-exempt Summary: Loads, unloads, and moves materials within or near plant, yard, or work site by...

Forklift Operator

  • Elkton, MD (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elkton, MD (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 5 days ago

As a Forklift Operator, you safely & efficiently move & store raw materials & finished goods between the warehouse & production areas. At our company, Associates take pride in maintaining our high...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Toughkenamon, PA (10 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Toughkenamon, PA (10 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 6 days 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...

STANDUp Forklift Operator-Elkton, MD

  • Elkton, MD (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Elkton, MD (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Electric Pallet Jack Operator - ELKTON, MD MUST have 2 years of current Pallet jack operator experience and a resume. About Us: Opportunity is everything. At Integrity, we're passionate about...

Loader Operator (Night Shift)

  • Elk Mills, MD (21 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Elk Mills, MD (21 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Responsibilities NIGHT SHIFT POSITION (4PM - 2AM) Allan Myers is looking for a dedicated, hard-working equipment operator to join our team of professionals at our Elk Mills Quarry. Learn and grow...

Loader Operator I

  • Elkton, MD (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Elkton, MD (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 19 days ago

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions. Responsible for operating...

Forklift Operator - Overnights

  • Pottstown, PA (22 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Pottstown, PA (22 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 26 days ago

Forklift Operator - Overnights Pay from $27 to $34 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Includes $2 Shift Differential Pennsylvania Distribution Center 8449 Congdon Hill Drive,...

Crane Operator

  • King of Prussia, PA (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (24 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

CentiMark Corporation has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Crane Operator in King of Prussia, PA! This position is paying $30/hr - $34/hr, based on experience, plus premier benefits....

CDL Driver & Crane Operator

  • West Chester, PA (11 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Chester, PA (11 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Local CDL A or Local CDL B Driver w/ Knuckleboom or w/ Crane Certification We are committed to the personal and professional growth of our team members and we show this by having a clear path of...

Forklift Operator/Labor

  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

We have an immediate opening for a Forklift Operator. Under the direction of the warehouse manager, you will be responsible for moving finished products from the production floor to trucks or...

Loader Operator

  • Paradise, PA (14 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Paradise, PA (14 miles from Coatesville, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Responsibilities Allan Myers is looking for a dedicated, hard-working equipment operator to join our team of professionals at our Paradise Quarry. Learn and grow within our company; we promote...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Coatesville, PA

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 Coatesville, PA 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 Coatesville, PA
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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