Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Penn, 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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Material Handler - Forklift Operator

  • New Stanton, PA (6 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New Stanton, PA (6 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 14 hours ago

Build your future with BlueLinx as a Material Handler / Forklift Operator! Are you ready to be a vital part of a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United...

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

  • Swissvale, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swissvale, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 1 day 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...

Local CDL-A Truck Driver and Forklift Operator Home Daily

  • Bentleyville, PA (24 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bentleyville, PA (24 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 1 day 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...

Local CDL-A Truck Driver and Forklift Operator Home Daily - Now Hiring

  • Claridge, PA (2 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Claridge, PA (2 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 1 day 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...

Stand Up Forklift Operator (Munhall, PA) - Part Time - 3pm-11pm Mon-Fri - $18.50 p/hr

  • Pittsburgh, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Join us and help us create lifelong readers! Position: Warehouse Order Picker/Parker Part Time Seasonal Location: Munhall, PA Pay Rate: $17.00 + $1.50 shift premium per hour Shift...

Forklift Operator

  • Belle Vernon, PA (15 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Belle Vernon, PA (15 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Spherion Washington is hiring for a 1st Shift, Forklift Operator position in Belle Vernon, PA. The pay rate is $16.00 HOURLY. This is a Temp to Hire opportunity. Forklift Operators assist with...

Overhead Crane Operator

  • Pittsburgh, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Pittsburg Location 1) Operates traveling or stationary overhead crane to lift, move, and position loads, such as machinery, equipment, products, and solid or bulk materials, using hoisting...

Full Time Forklift Operator

  • Mt Pleasant, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mt Pleasant, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Compensation - $37,000 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...

Forklift Operator- Recycling

  • Pittsburgh, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 4 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the forklift. For the purpose of stacking material, loading of trailers, and emptying full containers throughout...

Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies

  • Pittsburgh, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 13 days ago

un Forklift Operator - Urgent Vacancies compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using various types of forklifts or other power...

Crane Operator

  • Saltsburg, PA (15 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Saltsburg, PA (15 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Crane Operator Position Identification: Non-Exempt Reports to: Foreman Position Summary: Operate, maintain, and inspect crane and rigs for construction projects as assigned. Job Functions:...

Crane Operator

  • Pittsburgh, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Pittsburgh, PA 2 DAYS AGO 21619573 Summary Pittsburgh, PA Competitive Salary 0 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day...

Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • Park, PA (20 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Park, PA (20 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Forklift Operator - Night Shift Coal Township, Pennsylvania (PA) Full Time 2nd Shift Company Description Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with...

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • West Mifflin, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • West Mifflin, PA (14 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 18 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...

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

  • Greensburg, PA (5 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Greensburg, PA (5 miles from Penn, PA)
  • 21 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...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Penn, 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 Penn, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
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 Penn, 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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