Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Springfield, 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

  • Hatfield, PA (24 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hatfield, PA (24 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 16 hours 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 PT

  • Hatfield, PA (24 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hatfield, PA (24 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 16 hours ago

Forklift Operator, $27.29 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment and enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes are very own...

Forklift Operator

  • Delair, NJ (14 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Delair, NJ (14 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a Forklift Operator working the day shift in Pennsauken, NJ with previous experience operating a sit down forklift in a warehouse environment. Both AM and PM shifts available!...

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

  • Norristown, PA (13 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norristown, PA (13 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description 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...

Forklift Operator And Material Handler

  • Lansdale, PA (20 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lansdale, PA (20 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator and Material Handler Job Description Join a leading environmental company as part of their team, where you will play a vital role in managing waste. Your responsibilities include...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Swedesboro, NJ (11 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (11 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 1 day 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...

Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Malvern, PA (12 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (12 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 2 days ago

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Currently hiring FULL TIME FORKLIFT OPERATOR that is able to commute to the Malvern, PA area for this manufacturing As a Stand Up Forklift Operator, you will play a critical...

Local CDL Delivery Driver - Crane Operator (381)

  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 3 days ago

If youre a licensed CDL Driver looking to advance your career with a nationally established company, look no further. ABC Supply, Americas largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior...

Forklift Operator/Inventory

  • West Deptford, NJ (9 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Deptford, NJ (9 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 5 days ago

About Us: I CS Corporation is family-owned direct mail and marketing facility located in West Deptford founded in 1965. Now, more than 50 years later, ICS has flourished by elevating the marketing...

Forklift Operator -High Reach Forklift $500 Sign on Bonus 2nd Shift Weekends

  • Delanco, NJ (21 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Delanco, NJ (21 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Receive a $500 Sign on Bonus after your first 90 days of employment with Perfect attendance!!! Responsibilities: Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using powered...

Forklift Operator -High Reach Operator 1st Shift Weekend $500 Sign on Bonus

  • Delanco, NJ (21 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Delanco, NJ (21 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Receive a sign on Bonus after your first 90 days of employment with perfect attendance!!! Responsibilities: Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using powered industrial...

Inventory/Materials Ast/Forklift Operator

  • Swedesboro, NJ (11 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (11 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Inventory/Materials Ast/Forklift Operator#25-01216 Swedesboro, NJ All On-site Job Description Compiles records concerned with quantity, cost, and type of material received, in stock, or issued....

Forklift Operator

  • Exton, PA (17 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Exton, PA (17 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 6 days ago

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Currently hiring Forklift Operator in the Chester County, PA area for a FULL TIME and LONG TERM opportunity for this manufacturing company. The forklift operators will be...

Crane Operator- 2nd shift

  • New Castle, DE (24 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Castle, DE (24 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview The Crane Operator is responsible for operating an overhead crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. The Operator controls crane functions by depressing buttons as well as...

Forklift Operator

  • West Deptford, NJ (9 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Deptford, NJ (9 miles from Springfield, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Forklift Operator 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 301 Grove Rd, Thorofare, NJ 08086 DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world's most essential industries. There has never...

Demographic Data for Springfield, PA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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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