Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Cumberland, RI

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 Operator

  • Canton, MA (22 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Canton, MA (22 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 1 hour ago

Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team at a leading site work and civil construction company....

Equipment Operator

  • Holliston, MA (16 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Holliston, MA (16 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Who we are For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Franklin, MA (9 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (9 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator Location: Franklin, MA Shifts & Pay: 1st Shift: MondayFriday, 6:00 AM 2:30 PM $20/hour (2 positions available) Hybrid Shift: SundayThursday, 2:00 PM 10:30 PM $22/hour...

P-109-25, Sewer Equipment Operator, Limited - Department of Public Works

  • Providence, RI (9 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, RI (9 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Posting Dates: 08/14/2025 - 08/27/2025 The City of Providence welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce at all levels of the organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all...

Small Equipment Operator, MRF

  • Mansfield, MA (11 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mansfield, MA (11 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Pay Range: $16.45- $20.60 depending on experience What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. We Are...

Senior, Small Equipment Operator, MRF

  • Mansfield, MA (11 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mansfield, MA (11 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 5 days ago

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

Full-Time Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Stoughton, MA (20 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (20 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Overview Do you enjoy working with your hands, and breaking the boundaries of the traditional office job? Are you interested in a career with a family-owned company that is founded on growth,...

Small Equipment Operator, MRF - 2335633

  • Avon, MA (23 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Avon, MA (23 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Job Description: I. Job Summary Operates one or two pieces of equipment including but not limited to baler, front-end loader, bobcat, candensifier or forklift to transport or bind paper or other...

Forklift Operator - Uxbridge, MA

  • Uxbridge, MA (13 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (13 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 11 days ago

Unilock is North America's premier manufacturer of concrete paving stones and retaining walls. For over 50 years, we've built a reputation for quality, innovation, and treating people right. As a...

Driver/ Crane Operator

  • Chepachet, RI (13 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chepachet, RI (13 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 12 days ago

Driver/ Crane Operator (Glocester) Concrete Products Inc. 36 Terry Lane compensation: negotiable depending on experience. employment type: job title: Driver Driver / Crane Operator Concrete...

Forklift Operator Second Shift

  • Pawtucket, RI (5 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (5 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 19 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Rand Whitney Container Pawtucket RI - Pawtucket, RI Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Second Shift Job Category : Manufacturing...

Hiring Heavy Equipment Operators

  • Foxborough, MA (12 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Foxborough, MA (12 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 22 days ago

Hiring Heavy Equipment Operators (Foxborough) compensation: $30-35/hr....

Construction Equipment Operator

  • Stoughton, MA (20 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 27 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (20 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 27 days ago

Overview Are you a heavy equipment operator looking for a change of pace? Do you want to take your skills to the next level?...

Backhoe Operator

  • Swansea, MA (17 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Swansea, MA (17 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 28 days ago

un Backhoe Operator (Swansea) Sherry Construction Corp. 215 Sears Rd compensation: Based on experience employment type: job title: Operator Experienced rubber tire backhoe operator needed for construction...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Highway Department

  • Foxborough, MA (12 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Foxborough, MA (12 miles from Cumberland, RI)
  • 28 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator for Highway Department Massachusetts Class B motor vehicle license required. Massachusetts Hoisting engineer's license required....

Demographic Data for Cumberland, RI

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Cumberland, RI

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Cumberland, RI offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.4%
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 Cumberland, RI
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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