Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in East Prospect, 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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Yard Loader Operator

  • Wrightsville, PA (1 mile from East Prospect, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wrightsville, PA (1 mile from East Prospect, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Line of Business: OtherA Loader Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery, specifically front-end loaders, to load, move, and distribute materials such as dirt, gravel, sand, and...

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

  • Lebanon, PA (23 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lebanon, PA (23 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 16 hours 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...

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • Quarryville, PA (21 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Quarryville, PA (21 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Buck Company is looking for a Forklift Operator to join our team on 2nd shift in Quarryville, PA. As a Forklift Operator you will be in our finishing department helping to ensure a smooth...

Forklift Operator

  • Manchester, PA (13 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Manchester, PA (13 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Under general supervision, Lift Truck Operator (LTO), Warehouse Worker will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not limited...

Loader Operator

  • Leola, PA (19 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Leola, PA (19 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Forklift Operator

  • York, PA (18 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA (18 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 2 days ago

York, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21572864 Summary York, PA $25.75 - $25.75 per Hour 1 Years Experience No formal schooling No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Temporary/Seasonal Description...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Middletown, PA (18 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Middletown, PA (18 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 3 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Abbottstown, PA (24 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Abbottstown, PA (24 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator for both day and night shifts. The role involves operating a double fork forklift to ensure the production floor is...

Forklift Operator 2nd-Shift SYGMA US

  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Company: US3063 Sygma Pennsylvania (The Sygma Network, Inc) Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 17110 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos...

Forklift Operator - Now Hiring

  • Middletown, PA (18 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Middletown, PA (18 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Company: US3063 Sygma Pennsylvania (The Sygma Network, Inc) Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 17110 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos...

Forklift Operator - Experienced - 483032

  • York, PA (18 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA (18 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Forklift Operator (Emigsville Plant) - Day Shift (7am-7pm); $22.05 to Start!

  • York, PA (18 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • York, PA (18 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Company Statement Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part...

Industrial Forklift Operator - 1st-shift

  • Lancaster, PA (12 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (12 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 7 days ago

With more than one million tons of structural steel fabricated over the past 20 years, High Steel Structures LLC is proud of the quality reputation we've earned as the steel fabricator of choice...

Forklift Operator/Materials Handler

  • Leola, PA (19 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Leola, PA (19 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 9 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 - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Palmyra, PA (22 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Palmyra, PA (22 miles from East Prospect, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a stand up forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in East Prospect, 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 East Prospect, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.3%
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 East Prospect, 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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