Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Vermont

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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CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Burlington, VT
  • 5 hours ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 5 hours ago

Starting at 100% union scale wage day 1 available to eligible candidates who apply before 6/30/25 ($30.90) Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually...

Certified (NCCCO) Crane Operator for Bridge Project

  • Bennington, VT
  • 3 days ago
  • Bennington, VT
  • 3 days ago

Certified (NCCCO) Crane Operator for Bridge Project (Albany) Harrison & Burrowes Bridge Constructors, inc compensation: $60/hr + Benefits employment type: job title: (NCCCO) Crane Operator for...

MTV- Equipment Operator (Vermont)

  • Waterford, VT
  • 5 days ago
  • Waterford, VT
  • 5 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator - Materials Transfer Vehicle- Paving Construction What you can expect: $26.00 /hour or more depending on experience, with a $10.00/hour shift differential Annual increase potential...

Dozer Operator

  • VT
  • 11 days ago
  • VT
  • 11 days ago

Turner Mining Group - Heavy Equipment Operator Turner Mining Group is seeking an energetic mining professionals who can leverage their mining knowledge to expand upon our fast-growing business, creating...

Equipment Operator-Roller

  • Essex Junction, VT
  • 11 days ago
  • Essex Junction, VT
  • 11 days ago

Job ID: 511575 Pike Industries, Inc., a subsidiary and integral part of CRH, is a leading Highway Contractor and the largest producer of Hot Mix Asphalt and Construction Aggregates in New England....

Farmworkers & Laborers & Agricultural Equipment Operator

  • Hinesburg, VT
  • 11 days ago
  • Hinesburg, VT
  • 11 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: All applicants must be able, willing and qualified to perform the work described in this job description and must be available for the...

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - Burlington, Vt.

  • Burlington, VT
  • 11 days ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 11 days ago

Collins Companies** **HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - Burlington, Vt.** Burlington, Vermont United States The D.A....

Excavator Operator

  • Lyndonville, VT
  • 11 days ago
  • Lyndonville, VT
  • 11 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Winterset, Inc. is seeking an Excavator Operator for bridge construction projects throughout Vermont & New Hampshire. We are looking for...

Agricultural Equipment Operators

  • Starksboro, VT
  • 11 days ago
  • Starksboro, VT
  • 11 days ago

5 Fulltime H-2A Seasonal Jobs available 4/11/2025 - 12/12/2025. All applicants must be able, willing and qualified to perform the work described in this job description and must be available for...

Excavator Operator

  • Ludlow, VT
  • 11 days ago
  • Ludlow, VT
  • 11 days ago

Turner Mining Group - Heavy Equipment Operator We are looking for a dynamic and talented mining Heavy Equipment Operators for our fast-growing, forward thinking mining services company headquartered...

Excavator Operator

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 11 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 11 days ago

We are currently in search of mobile Heavy Equipment Operators willing to travel to take on a range of complex and unique work....

Crane Operator

  • Lyndonville, VT
  • 11 days ago
  • Lyndonville, VT
  • 11 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Winterset, Inc. is seeking Crane Operators for bridge construction projects throughout Vermont & New Hampshire. We are looking for...

Forklift Operator

  • Williston, VT
  • 14 days ago
  • Williston, VT
  • 14 days ago

Forklift Operator S.D. Ireland is a family run and oriented organization comprised of over 400 motivated employees in three distinct divisions (Concrete, Site Work and Real Estate Development)....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Ludlow, VT
  • 23 days ago
  • Ludlow, VT
  • 23 days ago

Turner Mining Group - Heavy Equipment Operator We are looking for a dynamic and talented mining Heavy Equipment Operators for our fast-growing, forward thinking mining services company headquartered...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Hinesburg, VT
  • 24 days ago
  • Hinesburg, VT
  • 24 days ago

un heavy equipment operator (Hinesburg) Hinesburg Sand & Gravel 14589 route 116 compensation: Based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: heavy equipment operator Off...

Demographic Data for Vermont

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Vermont

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Vermont 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
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Vermont
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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