Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Peapack, 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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Forklift Operator, Formula

  • Piscataway, NJ (14 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (14 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Company Description Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels,...

Forklift Operator (3rd Shift)

  • New Brunswick, NJ (18 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (18 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

For More Information: Text Europastry to ... Do you want to join a growing company with a proven track record for success and growth? Europastry, a family business founded in Barcelona in 1987 by...

Forklift Operator

  • Dayton, NJ (24 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dayton, NJ (24 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator 2270 US-130, Dayton, NJ 08810, USA Req #5954 Wednesday, March 12, 2025 OnTrac is hiring a Forklift Operator! Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding company where you can...

JP Forklift Operator (1st shift)

  • Elizabeth, NJ (24 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (24 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Business Unit Overview Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting...

Forklift Operator

  • Fairfield, NJ (21 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (21 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Material Handler in Fairfield, NJ Pay: $18.50/hr. 1st Shift Full-time, Benefits, and Weekly Pay Impact Workforce Solutions is hiring for a Full-Time Material Handler, Fairfield, NJ. Impact is...

Forklift Operator

  • Monmouth Junction, NJ (22 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Monmouth Junction, NJ (22 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title MMS ll Division: Luxe Division Location: Monmouth Junction Reports To: Supervisor - Picking Department Shift: Monday-Friday - 3pm-11:30pm Who We Are: For more than a century, L'Oreal has...

Freight Handler Forklift Operator II

  • Piscataway, NJ (14 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (14 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Ceva Logistics US Inc Freight Handler Forklift Operator II in Piscataway , New Jersey YOUR ROLE Are you known for your equipment operation skills and passionate about warehouse logistics and...

Seasonal Load Checker & Forklift Operator

  • Wharton, NJ (16 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wharton, NJ (16 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Job ID: 508069 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside....

Forklift Operator - Wharton, NJ

  • Wharton, NJ (16 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wharton, NJ (16 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Job ID: 507994 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside....

Forklift Operator

  • New Brunswick, NJ (18 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (18 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 10 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

  • Hillsborough, NJ (14 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ (14 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

Pit Loader Operator

  • Belvidere, NJ (21 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Belvidere, NJ (21 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Overview Belvidere Sand & Gravel, a partner of the H&K Group, Inc. is seeking a Pit Loader Operator. The Pit Loader Operator loads, unloads, stores, transfers, distributes, and inventories stone...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Warren, NJ (9 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (9 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Dozer/Excavator Operator

  • Hackettstown, NJ (13 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (13 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

The Heavy Equipment Operator is proficient in the use of a diverse range of construction equipment, including Excavators, Loaders, Dozers, Rollers, Graders, Pavers, Skid Steers, and other pieces of...

Forklift Operator

  • Edison, NJ (18 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (18 miles from Peapack, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

About Us Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers,...

Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Construction: Heavy Equipment Awareness
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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Peapack, 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 Peapack, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.2%
Bachelor's Degree
25.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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