Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Maryland

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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Heavy Equipment Operators/CDL Drivers/Skilled Laborers

  • Curtis Bay, MD
  • moments ago
  • Curtis Bay, MD
  • moments ago

Heavy equipment operators with CDL a plus Overtime work available, paid weekly Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Schedule: Overtime Weekends as needed...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Universal Equipment - Frederick Quarry

  • Frederick, MD
  • 6 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 6 hours ago

Employee Referral Eligible Build Your Career. Build America's Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregate-based...

Roads Equipment Operator III

  • La Plata, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • La Plata, MD
  • 3 days ago

Operates vehicles and equipment to include, but not be limited to, medium duty trucks, heavy duty trucks including dump trucks, tractor trailers, bucket trucks, equipment transporters, large capacity...

Dozer Operator

  • Bel Air, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Bel Air, MD
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Allan Myers is seeking an experienced Dozer Operator to support site and grading work, mass excavation, mainline pipe installation, and processed water projects in heavy civil construction...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Elk Mills, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Elk Mills, MD
  • 4 days ago

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

Paver Operator

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities This position operates one or more types of construction equipment; such as asphalt pavers, asphalt rollers, material transfer vehicles, milling machines, back hoes and skid...

Asphalt Skid Steer Operator

  • Havre de Grace, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Havre de Grace, MD
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities This position operates skid steer as they apply to milling and paving operations. Operators are responsible for safe operation, non-mechanical maintenance and up-keep of...

Equipment Operator I

  • Linthicum Heights, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD
  • 4 days ago

Equipment Operator At Lumin8 Transportation Technologies, we are focused on the full range of Smart Infrastructure Services for the transportation industry. We design, construct, install,...

Equipment Operator - Senior Equipment Operator

  • Derwood, MD
  • 6 days ago
  • Derwood, MD
  • 6 days ago

Current MES Employees who are interested in applying for this position must visit the Internal MES Careers Page by going to their Workday Dashboard, clicking on the Career icon and selecting Find...

Equipment Operator I

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 6 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 6 days ago

They operate a dump truck or construction equipment and are responsible for ensuring safe operation and preventive maintenance of assigned equipment....

Heavy Equipment Operator - 2334652

  • Jessup, MD
  • 7 days ago
  • Jessup, MD
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Pay Range: $24-25 Shift: Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm; Every Other Saturday Preferred Experience: 5 yrs of excavator...

Night Shift Assembly Rigger/Crane Operator

  • Taneytown, MD
  • 7 days ago
  • Taneytown, MD
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: • Maintain a safe and clean work area • Able to clean and detail / rig all types of units • Proficiently complete all production and quality documentation Example: (Inspection...

Forklift Operator

  • Cockysvil, MD
  • 7 days ago
  • Cockysvil, MD
  • 7 days ago

Forklift - Yard Worker Job Description Operate a forklift to move and distribute products efficiently. Responsibilities include loading and unloading trucks, handling materials, managing...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Jessup, MD
  • 8 days ago
  • Jessup, MD
  • 8 days ago

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Pay Range: $24-25 Shift: Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm; Every Other Saturday Preferred Experience: 5 yrs of excavator experience What is...

Operates dump trucks hauling sand, stone, pipe, tools and other materials used in road construction and maintenance....

Demographic Data for Maryland

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Maryland

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Maryland offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.3%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Bachelor's Degree
10.3%
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 Maryland
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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