Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Jonestown, 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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Aggregate Loader Operator - Michels Road & Stone, Inc.

  • Harrisburg, PA (22 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (22 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Michels Road & Stone, Inc. is shaping the future. We provide and place materials for road, airport, mass excavation and shoreline protection projects. Our projects are large; the tolerance for...

Forklift Operator

  • Jonestown, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Jonestown, PA
  • 1 day ago

Your Job Georgia-Pacific is looking for safety-oriented individuals to join our team as a Forklift Operator in Jonestown, PA! Salary $22.50 per hour Shift differential is $1.00 per hour between...

Forklift Operator

  • Camp Hill, PA (24 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Camp Hill, PA (24 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196. Want to build a stronger, more sustainable...

Local CDL-A Truck Driver and Forklift Operator Home Daily

  • Elizabethtown, PA (20 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (20 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 6 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...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Harrisburg, PA (22 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (22 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new reach truck forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Forklift Operator

  • Lebanon, PA (13 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (13 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Aerotek is currently accepting applications for a Forklift Operator on behalf of a manufacturing company in the Lebanon, PA area. Candidates are required to have sit down forklift experience and...

Forklift Operator

  • Lebanon, PA (13 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (13 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 14 days ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like...

High Reach Forklift Operator

  • Jonestown, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Jonestown, PA
  • 15 days ago

Are you an experienced forklift operator ready for your next big move? Staffmark is hiring for High Reach Forklift Operator positions for a respected company in Jonestown, PA. This temp-to-hire...

Sit Down Clamp Forklift Operator

  • Jonestown, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Jonestown, PA
  • 15 days ago

Temp-to-Hire: The Smart Way to Build Your Career! Staffmark is hiring a Sit Down Clamp Forklift Operator in Jonestown, PA. Secure this position and grow your career with this temp-to-hire role....

Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • Coal Township, PA (22 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Coal Township, PA (22 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 16 days ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Forklift Operator I

  • Harrisburg, PA (22 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (22 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 17 days ago

Introduction Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact! Were problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of...

Loader Operator / Laborer

  • Elizabethtown, PA (20 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (20 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 19 days ago

Elizabethtown, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21606889 Summary Elizabethtown, PA $21.00 - $25.00 per Hour 1 Years Experience No formal schooling No Commisssion 45.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time...

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

  • Hummelstown, PA (14 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Hummelstown, PA (14 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 27 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...

Farm Forklift Operator 3rd shift

  • Fredericksburg, PA (6 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, PA (6 miles from Jonestown, PA)
  • 28 days ago

Farm Forklift Operator 3rd shift Fredericksburg, PA, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 3176 Night Shift - $ 23.27 JOB SUMMARY: Operation of a forklift to move modules in and out of the chicken...

Clamp/High Reach Forklift Operator

  • Jonestown, PA
  • 28 days ago
  • Jonestown, PA
  • 28 days ago

Are you an experienced forklift operator ready for your next big move? Staffmark is hiring Clamp/High Reach Forklift Operators for a respected company that's been inspiring generations through the...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Jonestown, 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 Jonestown, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
3.2%
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 Jonestown, 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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