Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Middletown, 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 (17 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wrightsville, PA (17 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 13 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Manchester, PA (8 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Manchester, PA (8 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 1 hour ago

Role Purpose : What will you do in this role? Our Forklift Operators are responsible for moving stock from one area to another within our warehouse environment. Youll load and unload shipments of...

Forklift Operator I

  • Harrisburg, PA (9 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (9 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 5 hours 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 (6 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (6 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 1 day 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...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Lancaster, PA (22 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (22 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 2 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Lewisberry, PA (8 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lewisberry, PA (8 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 18 / Hour location_on Lewisberry, Pennsylvania work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is currently assisting...

Forklift Operator

  • Lancaster, PA (22 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (22 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Thermal Solutions Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $24.00 per hour Hours: 6:00AM-2:30PM (Over time as needed) We are looking for a Motorized Material Handler to join our team! Summary: Under general...

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

  • Mechanicsburg, PA (16 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA (16 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Starting Payrate: $26/HR Attractive work hours! Work 36 hours per week and get paid for 40 hours per week Dairy Farmers of America is looking for highly dependable team players to join our staff...

Forklift Operator (Day Shift/Windsor St.) - New Pay Structures! $22.05/hr

  • York, PA (13 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA (13 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 4 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...

Forklift Operator-Day Shift

  • Wellsville, PA (14 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wellsville, PA (14 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Job Summary: Consider joining Pennex as a Forklift Operator at our Wellsville, PA location. The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently transports materials using the forklift, which is...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Camp Hill, PA (10 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Camp Hill, PA (10 miles from Middletown, 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...

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

  • New Cumberland, PA (7 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Cumberland, PA (7 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 8 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 (24 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, PA (24 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 10 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 (20 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Jonestown, PA (20 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 10 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...

Sit-Down Forklift Operator

  • Jonestown, PA (20 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Jonestown, PA (20 miles from Middletown, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Are you a skilled forklift operator looking for a steady, long-term opportunity with a company that values your experience? Staffmark is hiring a Sit-Down Clamp Forklift Operator for a leading...

Demographic Data for Middletown, PA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Middletown, 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 Middletown, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.0%
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 Middletown, 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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