Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Turtle Creek, 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 - 3rd Shift

  • West Mifflin, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • West Mifflin, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 15 days ago

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

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Glenshaw, PA (11 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • moments ago
  • Glenshaw, PA (11 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • moments 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...

Full Time Forklift Operator

  • West Mifflin, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • West Mifflin, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

Overview 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 founded on growth,...

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator

  • Eighty Four, PA (22 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Eighty Four, PA (22 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters...

Forklift Operator

  • Seven Fields, PA (23 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seven Fields, PA (23 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring skilled Forklift Operators for projects located in and around the Seven Fields, PA area. This is a first shift opportunity, with a pay rate up to...

Forklift Operator

  • Pittsburgh, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator at 48forty Solutions and Relogistics Services FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 1d Job Description Forklift Operator Location US-PA-Pittsburgh ID 2025-1631 Category Plant Operations...

US Forklift Operator-Contractor

  • Coraopolis, PA (20 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Coraopolis, PA (20 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 4 days ago

US|Forklift Operator-Contractor V R Della Infotech Inc Coraopolis, PA, United States 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Permanent Quick Job description Description : This labor-intensive position...

Hot Metal Crane Operator

  • Pittsburgh, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 4 days ago

The newly created Company, FerroWorks, has locations in Pittsburgh, McKees Rocks, and Kutztown, PA including McConway and Torley and Standard Forged, which have been in continuous operations since...

Forklift Operator-3rd Shift

  • Mars, PA (23 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mars, PA (23 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 8 days ago

We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes and Pools When you join KIK Consumer Products, you're joining a team that cares about the work we do and...

Front End Loader Operator

  • Monongahela, PA (15 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Monongahela, PA (15 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Spherion Canonsburg hiring a General Laborer to assist production needs in the Mon Valley area. Front End Loader Operator Monongahela, PA 15063 US Job Type: FULL TIME Hours / Week: 40 Work...

Forklift Operator I

  • Saxonburg, PA (21 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Saxonburg, PA (21 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Pay: $21.50 per hour + $0.50 shift differential Shift: Monday-Thursday, 2:00PM-12:30AM Location: Saxonburg, PA 16056 General Summary. The Forklift Operator I is primarily responsible for safely...

Loader Operator I

  • Gibsonia, PA (16 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Gibsonia, PA (16 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 17 days ago

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions. Responsible for operating...

Forklift Operator - Part Time

  • Coraopolis, PA (20 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Coraopolis, PA (20 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 23 days ago

$18.50/hour Day Shift Part time - Flexible scheduling JOB SUMMARY Responsible for putting away inbound produce. RESPONSIBILITIES Receives and puts away all inbound produce. Ensures product is put...

Forklift Operator - Greco PennMac (R193582)

  • Pittsburgh, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 25 days ago

Job Description: Company: US1638 Greco PennMac (Bellissimo Distribution, LLC) Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 15108 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • West Mifflin, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Mifflin, PA (5 miles from Turtle Creek, PA)
  • 30+ 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...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Turtle Creek, 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 Turtle Creek, 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 Turtle Creek, 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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