Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Delaware

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the construction industry operates large machinery, such as bulldozers, excavators, and cranes, which are utilized for construction projects. Their key responsibilities include maneuvering heavy equipment safely and efficiently, performing basic maintenance checks, and ensuring the machinery is in good working order. They are essential to the construction process as they clear and grade land, excavate earth, lift heavy materials, and perform other tasks that require specialized equipment. They also should have a thorough understanding of safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents on the job site.

Potential Heavy Equipment Operators should possess excellent hand-eye coordination, physical stamina, technical skills, and mechanical knowledge. They should also understand how to read blueprints and topographic maps. It's crucial for them to have certification from a recognized heavy equipment operator training school, and some states may require a commercial driver's license (CDL). Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Construction Laborer, Forklift Operator, or Truck Driver. These positions can provide valuable experience in the construction industry, and help individuals gain familiarity with different types of machinery.

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Stationary Equipment Operator

  • New Castle, DE
  • 3 days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 3 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Stationary Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of stationary equipment at a recycling facility, hauling/collections locations or transfer station for the...

Equipment Operator I

  • DE
  • 4 days ago
  • DE
  • 4 days ago

Operates mobile equipment and hand tools to dig, ditch, slope, strip, grade, backfill, mow, and clear and excavate....

Loader Operator

  • Dover, DE
  • 6 days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 6 days ago

Loader Operator at Allan Myers in Dover, Delaware, United States Job Description Loader Operator Job Locations US-DE-Dover ID 2025-12734 # of Openings 1 Category (For search on portal) Heavy Equipment...

CIVIL Equipment Operator - NON-UNION - ULCS

  • Harrington, DE
  • 7 days ago
  • Harrington, DE
  • 7 days ago

CIVIL Equipment Operator - NON-UNION - ULCS at Utilities Service, LLC in Harrington, Delaware, United States Job Description Description 2E3-Civil Equipment Operator-NON Union-ULCS The Equipment...

Equipment Operator I

  • Magnolia, DE
  • 13 days ago
  • Magnolia, DE
  • 13 days ago

Conditions Of Hire The applicant must agree as a requirement of employment to obtain DelDOT certification on 6 Wheel Dump Truck (101) and Tractor with Mover (102) within the initial 90-day probationary...

Equipment Operator

  • New Castle, DE
  • 16 days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 16 days ago

truck, forklift and/or crane....

Public Works Equipment Operator II-Solid Waste

  • Milford, DE
  • 22 days ago
  • Milford, DE
  • 22 days ago

trucks as needed....

Lead Heavy Equipment Operator - 2331062

  • New Castle, DE
  • 22 days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 22 days ago

Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required Ability to operate numerous soil excavation/remediation equipment Ability to commit to prolonged travel/stays in any part of our service area Ability to...

Forklift Operator

  • Seaford, DE
  • 23 days ago
  • Seaford, DE
  • 23 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Forklift Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating stand-up forklifts and...

Forklift Operator

  • Dover, DE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 90+ days ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. As the worlds leading contract logistics provider, we believe in doing the right thing,...

Ag Equipment Operator

  • Harrington, DE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harrington, DE
  • 30+ days ago

Ag Equipment Operator at Mid State Farms LLC in Harrington, Delaware, United States Job Description Load and unload crops or containers of materials, manually or using conveyors, hand trucks,...

Sand Plant/Dredge Operator

  • Dover, DE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 30+ days ago

Job ID: 508082 Pennsy Supply is a CRH company. CRH is the leading vertically integrated supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, and paving and construction services in North...

Equipment Operator

  • Middletown, DE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Middletown, DE
  • 45+ days ago

We are looking for a EQUIPMENT OPERATOR to join our Middletown, DE plant. As an equipment operator with Rinker Materials, you will contribute to one of the nation's largest manufacturers of...

Stormwater Equipment Operator - Public Works

  • Newark, DE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 45+ days ago

Transport, operate and maintain heavy equipment, vehicles and machines such as backhoes, walking excavators, front-end loaders, dump trucks, gradalls, boom trucks, sewer vacuuming and flushing trucks...

Heavy Equipment Operator I - 2329222

  • New Castle, DE
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description: As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender...

Demographic Data for Delaware

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28,126

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Delaware

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Delaware offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.3%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Bachelor's Degree
10.2%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.1%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Delaware
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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