Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mount Laurel, NJ

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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Pipe Crew Laborers / Heavy Equipment Operators

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Pipe Crew Laborers / Heavy Equipment Operators (MT....

Forklift Operator

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Immediately hiring a Clamp Truck Operator in Philadelphia, PA We're hiring a Clamp Truck operator for a premier Process Manufacturing employer in the Philadelphia area. This is a long term career...

Excavator Operator

  • Runnemede, NJ (11 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Runnemede, NJ (11 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

We are growing and have an excellent opportunity for a skilled heavy equipment operator, especially backhoe and/mini excavator for sewer & water service repairs/replacements....

Pipe Crew Laborers / Heavy Equipment Operators

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Pipe Crew Laborers Experiance perfered but not necsaary Equipment Operators Experienced only Good Starting Pay Overtime after 40 hours Heath Insurance Simple IRA available Fulltime Work Apply at...

Heavy Equipment Operator 1 - 2331938

  • Morrisville, PA (17 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morrisville, PA (17 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description: Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without...

Heavy Equipment Operator 1

  • Morrisville, PA (17 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Morrisville, PA (17 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,...

CDL A / B - Knuckleboom Crane Operator

  • Levittown, PA (15 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Levittown, PA (15 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 13 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...

Loader Operator/Warehouse - GROWMARK FS, LLC - Eastampton, NJ

  • Eastampton, NJ (7 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Eastampton, NJ (7 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

GROWMARK FS is headquartered in Milford, Delaware with branches in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. GROWMARK FS has about 500 employees (including seasonal...

Power Equipment Operator

  • Berlin, NJ (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Berlin, NJ (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Power Equipment Operator WHY DO WE NEED YOU? Shift: Monday-Friday 11:30AM-7:30PM Pay Rate: $22.90/hr Essential Functions: Drives industrial lift truck equipped with Forklift, elevating platform to...

Equipment Operator I

  • Gloucester City, NJ (11 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gloucester City, NJ (11 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Wonderful Citrus is Americas largest integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementine/mandarin, navel and Valencia oranges; lemons; limes;...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Westampton, NJ (7 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Westampton, NJ (7 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

An experienced Heavy Equipment Operator is needed in our Cascade office in Medford, NJ....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 25 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 25 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Operator operates machines and/or equipment at a recyclery, landfill, or transfer station. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs pre-operation and post-operation inspection of...

Heavy Equipment Operator II - 2330700

  • Morrisville, PA (17 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morrisville, PA (17 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 30+ 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...

Equipment Operator

  • Westville, NJ (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westville, NJ (13 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Crane Operator. The Crane Operator will operate a refuse crane to maintain proper refuse flow to operating boilers and to control pit management....

Full Time Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Morrisville, PA (17 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Morrisville, PA (17 miles from Mount Laurel, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

truck, forklift and/or crane....

Demographic Data for Mount Laurel, NJ

Moving to Mount Laurel, NJ? Find some basic demographic data about Mount Laurel, NJ below.


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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mount Laurel, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Mount Laurel, NJ 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 Mount Laurel, 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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