Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Belcamp, MD

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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Equipment Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 2 days ago

WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Fuel and Ash Handler I who can monitor and operate auxiliary equipment to maintain safe, efficient, and continuous plant operations. The Fuel and Ash Handler...

Warehouse Forklift Operator- Baltimore, MD

  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Signature Retail Services is currently hiring for a full-time Forklift Warehouse Associate to assist with shipping/receiving and quality control inspection to join our team! In this vital role,...

Forklift Operator

  • Aberdeen, MD (2 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Aberdeen, MD (2 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 7 days ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like...

Equipment Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator for our plant in Patapsco, MD....

Pile Driver

  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 60 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include...

Forklift Operator

  • Belcamp, MD
  • 15 days ago
  • Belcamp, MD
  • 15 days ago

Ensures all equipment, guards and safety devices are in place at all times and observes safety rules to create a safe work environment for all employees while operating a forklift Works as part of...

Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Quarry)

  • Elkton, MD (21 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Elkton, MD (21 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Quarry) 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars Elkton, MD Do you have experience operating heavy construction equipment such as backhoe, skid steer, excavators, or loaders?...

CDL Driver - Crane Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Joining Beacon Building Products as a CDL Driver means becoming part of a values-driven organization. Our core principles guide everything we do: putting people first, prioritizing safety, doing...

Forklift Operator

  • Aberdeen, MD (2 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Aberdeen, MD (2 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 22 days ago

Looking for an opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Staffmark is hiring a Forklift Operator for a warehouse and distribution company in Aberdeen, MD. If you're...

Loader Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Copart, Inc. a technology leader and the premier online vehicle auction platform globally, with over 200 facilities located across the world, Copart links vehicle sellers to more than 750,000...

Loader Operator

  • Peach Bottom, PA (20 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Peach Bottom, PA (20 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Allan Myers is looking for a dedicated, hard-working equipment operator to join our team of professionals at our Cedar Hill Quarry. Learn and grow within our company; we promote...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Perry Hall, MD (11 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Perry Hall, MD (11 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Operator - Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring,...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

This position is responsible for the use and operation of heavy construction equipment which could include a forklift, dozer, front end loader, excavator, roller, backhoe or articulated dump truck in...

Forklift Operator- Pallet Sorter

  • Aberdeen, MD (2 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aberdeen, MD (2 miles from Belcamp, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Relogistics is part of the largest pallet management services company in North America! We provide end-to-end pallet solutions, from supply to retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and...

Demographic Data for Belcamp, MD

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Belcamp, MD

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Belcamp, MD 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 Belcamp, MD
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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