Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Butler, NJ

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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Skilled Excavator Operator for Pool Construction

  • Hackensack, NJ (18 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (18 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Now Hiring: Skilled Excavator Operator Join Our Pool Construction Team! Are you an experienced Excavator Operator looking for a stable, full-time position with a growing pool construction company?...

Forklift Operator FT

  • Kearny, NJ (21 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kearny, NJ (21 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Id : 30108, Title : Forklift Operator FT, Category : Freight Handling, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...799, ExternalPostedStartDate : null, JobLevel : null,...

Loader Operator - Req. ID: 3005

  • Elizabeth, NJ (24 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (24 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum 2 years heavy equipment operator work experience preferred....

Forklift Operator - $20.20/hr

  • Budd Lake, NJ (21 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Budd Lake, NJ (21 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Kelly Services is looking for a forklift operator for a 5 month contract position with a medical device supplier in Budd Lake, NJ. This position pays $20.20 per hour and comes with full benefits...

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator - Part Time

  • Boonton, NJ (4 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boonton, NJ (4 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 5 days 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 - $20.20/hr

  • Budd Lake, NJ (21 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Budd Lake, NJ (21 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Kelly Services is looking for a forklift operator for a 5 month contract position with a medical device supplier in Budd Lake, NJ. This position pays $20.20 per hour and comes with full benefits...

Full-Time Yard Forklift Operator

  • Rockaway, NJ (6 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (6 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 17 days 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,...

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

  • Paterson, NJ (12 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (12 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 18 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...

2nd Shift-Loader Operator-Atlantic Coast Recycling

  • Passaic, NJ (15 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Passaic, NJ (15 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

As a heavy equipment operator with us the minimum responsibilities are: Operating heavy equipment such as: bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor grader, scraper, and compactors....

CDL Driver and Crane Operator

  • Roselle, NJ (24 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Roselle, NJ (24 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Local CDL A or Local CDL B Driver w/ Knuckleboom or w/ Crane Certification We are committed to the personal and professional growth of our team members and we show this by having a clear path of...

Forklift Operator / Material Handler

  • Warwick, NY (18 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Warwick, NY (18 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

We are currently looking for a 1st Shift, Monday thru Friday, Material Handler to join our VALUES based organization. Starting rate $21.00/hr based on experience. In this role you will focus on:...

Shipping & Receiving / Forklift Operator

  • Franklin, NJ (13 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (13 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

To Apply for this Job Click Here Shipping & Receiving / Forklift Operator Job Duties: Manage warehouse associates, monitoring work and ensuring the safe use of warehouse equipment. Assistance in...

Asphalt Loader Operator - Totowa, NJ

  • Totowa, NJ (11 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Totowa, NJ (11 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Asphalt Loader Operator - Totowa, NJ at Tilcon New York, Inc Asphalt Loader Operator - Totowa, NJ at Tilcon New York, Inc in Totowa, New Jersey Posted in General Business 3 days ago. Type:...

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • Parsippany, NJ (9 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (9 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

SR. MANAGER, SALES STRATEGY & INTEGRATION Job Location: Parsippany Company description Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as...

Asphalt Loader Operator

  • Totowa, NJ (10 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Totowa, NJ (10 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Job ID: 508425 Safety, Integrity, Quality are the foundation or core values on which Tilcon New York Inc., a CRH company operates. Located in New York and New Jersey, Tilcon New York Inc. is an...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Butler, NJ

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 Butler, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.5%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.9%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Butler, NJ
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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