Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Warehouse Forklift Operator Material Handler

  • Hazleton, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Hazleton, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Hazleton, Pennsylvania Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $17.50 per hour Schedule: Second shift Monday - Friday 3:15...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 11 hours 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...

Front End Loader Operator

  • Monongahela, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Monongahela, PA
  • 11 hours 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 - Afternoon Shift

  • York, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • York, PA
  • 16 hours ago

Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift What you'll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and...

Material Handler (Forklift Operator) (7pm-7am)

  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 20 hours ago

Description Material Handlers are required to manage raw materials (finished goods as needed) for the Production Department. They must operate a forklift in a safe manner and work with production...

Forklift Operator

  • Hazleton, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Hazleton, PA
  • 21 hours ago

Job Summary: Forklift operators will be responsible for loading and unloading truck, delivering pallets to work stations and moving pallets around warehouse. Accurate counts and records must be...

Forklift Operator I

  • Saxonburg, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Saxonburg, PA
  • 21 hours 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...

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

  • Chester, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chester, 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...

Warehouse Stand up Forklift Operator

  • Mountville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountville, PA
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse: Stand up Forklift Operator Location: Mountville PA 17554 Schedule: 2 nd shift 3:00pm-11:00pm / Sun-Thu or Mon-Fri 3 rd shift 11:00pm-7:00am / Sun-Thu or Mon-Fri Employment Type:...

Stand-up Forklift Operator

  • Mountville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountville, PA
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse: Stand up Forklift Operator Location: Mountville PA 17554 Schedule: 2 nd shift 3:00pm-11:00pm / Sun-Thu or Mon-Fri 3 rd shift 11:00pm-7:00am / Sun-Thu or Mon-Fri Employment Type:...

Experienced Excavator Operator w/Hammer

  • Pottsville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pottsville, PA
  • 1 day ago

Overview Pottsville Quarry, a partner of the H&K Group, Inc. is seeking an Excavator Operator experienced with a 330 Excavator with Hammer. The ideal candidate is energetic, motivated,...

Full Time Forklift Operator

  • Eighty Four, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Eighty Four, PA
  • 1 day ago

Overview Comepnsation - $17 The associate is responsible for building loads for deliveries. In addition, the Yard Person Benefits must maintain a safe, clean and well organized lumber yard, load...

Forklift Operator

  • Eddington, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Eddington, PA
  • 1 day ago

PeopleShare is seeking a Forklift Operator to join a manufacturing operations team. This position is critical to maintaining an efficient, organized, and high-performing inventory operation. You...

Forklift Operator-C

  • Milesburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Milesburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you...

Unilever Forklift Operator - R4209

  • Newville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newville, PA
  • 1 day ago

UNILEVER FORKLIFT OPERATOR - R4209DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:* Perform work as assigned by management* Transport finished jobs or good into correct areas* Move pallets of goods for jobs in...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
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 Pennsylvania
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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