Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mechanicsburg, 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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Forklift Operator- 1st Shift - 5:00am to 1:30pm - Mon - Fri

  • Newville, PA (20 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newville, PA (20 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator Department: Operations Reports To: Distribution Manager Position Type: Full Time Shift/Schedule: 1st Shift - 5:00am to 1:30pm - Monday thru Friday Pay: $18.00/Hourly...

Forklift Operator- 1st Shift - 9:30am to 6:00pm - Mon - Fri

  • Newville, PA (20 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newville, PA (20 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator Department: Operations Reports To: Distribution Manager Position Type: Full Time Shift/Schedule: 1st Shift - 9:30am to 6:00pm - Mon - Fri Pay: $18.00/Hourly Purpose of...

Forklift Operator- Warehouse - 2nd Shift (2pm-10pm)

  • New Oxford, PA (24 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Oxford, PA (24 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate a forklift safely and efficiently. Operates wrapping equipment when necessary. Keeps stock and materials in orderly fashion. Documents materials unloaded and taken off...

Sit Down Forklift Operator

  • Carlisle, PA (9 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (9 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Prologistix Is looking Sit Down Forklift Operator Carlisle PA Shift: 2:30PM to 10:30PM Monday to Friday 10:30PM to 6:30AM Sunday to Thursday 6:30AM to 4:30PM Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Operate...

Slip Sheet Forklift Operator

  • Carlisle, PA (9 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (9 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Prologistix is looking for Slip Sheet/ PULL-PACK forklift operators in Carlisle PA Shift: 2:30PM to 10:30PM Monday to Friday Operate powered industrial lift trucks and order pickers to push, pull,...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • Carlisle, PA (9 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (9 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a powered pallet jack operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true,...

Forklift Operator Lead

  • York, PA (17 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator Lead Req #845 York, PA, USA Job Description Posted Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 11:00 PM Enru Logistics and Postal Optimization is about to do for logistics what we did for...

Crane Operator

  • York, PA (17 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Join our team at Kinsley Steel, Inc. as a Full Time Crane Operator. As a Crane Operator with us, you will have the opportunity to operate...

Forklift Operator

  • Elizabethtown, PA (22 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (22 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 3 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...

ForkLift Operator

  • Manchester, PA (19 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Manchester, PA (19 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Company: SalonCentric Location: Manchester, PA Career Level: Entry Level Industries: Retail, Wholesale, Apparel Description JOB SCOPE: Individual's primary responsibilities include safely...

Local CDL Delivery Truck Driver - Crane Operator (7452)

  • Harrisburg, PA (7 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (7 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago

L&W Supply is a leading specialty distributor of drywall, ceiling tiles, steel framing and other building materials used by commercial and residential contractors. L&W Supply delivers the products...

Forklift Operator

  • York, PA (17 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Primary Responsibility: Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not...

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift - 6pm - 4:30am -Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed

  • Mechanicsburg, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator Department: Operations Reports To: Distribution Manager Position Type: Full Time Purpose of PositionUse of power equipment to load and unload product. Safely move,...

Forklift Operator II- PO Loader

  • Camp Hill, PA (5 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Camp Hill, PA (5 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Details Job Title: Forklift Operator II- PO Loader Location: Camp Hill, PA, USA Company: Cargill, Inc Industry Sector: Agribusiness Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop...

Forklift Operator

  • Camp Hill, PA (5 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Camp Hill, PA (5 miles from Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Founded and headquartered in the United States, Dayton Parts has for over a century supported the commercial vehicle market to boost driver uptime by combining the largest selection of parts with...

Demographic Data for Mechanicsburg, PA

Moving to Mechanicsburg, PA? Find some basic demographic data about Mechanicsburg, PA below.


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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mechanicsburg, 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 Mechanicsburg, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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