Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Amherst, MA

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Material Handler-EWP (Forklift Operator)

Boise Cascade
Westfield, MA (21 miles from Amherst, MA)
2 hours ago

Westfield, MA (21 miles from Amherst, MA)
2 hours ago

Boise Cascade Material Handler-EWP (Forklift Operator) Westfield, MA Apply Material Handler- EWP Job Category: Warehouse Requisition Number: MATER007235 Full-Time On-site Hourly Range: \$16.73 USD...

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Equipment Operator (Loaders and Skids)

Yellowstone Landscape
Chicopee, MA (16 miles from Amherst, MA)
3 hours ago

Chicopee, MA (16 miles from Amherst, MA)
3 hours ago

We are seeking skilled drivers and heavy equipment operators that have experience with the following vehicles / equipment: Front end loaders Bobcats Fuel truck This physically demanding, outdoor position...

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2nd shift Forklift Operator

Universal Forest Products, Inc.
Chicopee, MA (16 miles from Amherst, MA)
1 day ago

Chicopee, MA (16 miles from Amherst, MA)
1 day ago

Job Summary Must be able to load and unload flat bed Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork...

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2nd Shift Forklift Operator

Westrock
Springfield, MA (19 miles from Amherst, MA)
1 day ago

Springfield, MA (19 miles from Amherst, MA)
1 day ago

General Information Job ID ATR58662 Posting Job Title 2nd Shift Forklift Operator Locations MA Springfield Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 06-Feb-2026 Relocation Support No Description &...

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Dock Worker/Forklift Operator - 5AM-10AM/Part Time

Old Dominion Freight Line
Westfield, MA (21 miles from Amherst, MA)
3 days ago

Westfield, MA (21 miles from Amherst, MA)
3 days ago

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters...

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Engineering Equipment Operator

Department of Veterans Affairs
Leeds, MA (13 miles from Amherst, MA)
5 days ago

Leeds, MA (13 miles from Amherst, MA)
5 days ago

This Engineering Equipment Operator position is located in the Facilities Management Service at the VA Central Western Mass (VACWM) Healthcare System. This position is full-time at 40 hours per...

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Forklift Operator

XPO
Chicopee, MA (16 miles from Amherst, MA)
6 days ago

Chicopee, MA (16 miles from Amherst, MA)
6 days ago

What you'll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Get a feel for the role. Watch this short video to see a day-in-the-life on an XPO dock. Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of...

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Loader Operator I

Ritchie Bros.
Templeton, MA (22 miles from Amherst, MA)
7 days ago

Templeton, MA (22 miles from Amherst, MA)
7 days ago

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions. Responsible for operating...

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Forklift Operator

Pacer International
Chicopee, MA (14 miles from Amherst, MA)
7 days ago

Chicopee, MA (14 miles from Amherst, MA)
7 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Get a feel for the role. Watch this short video to see a day-in-the-life on an XPO dock. Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of...

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Forklift Operator - 1st or 2nd Shift

Cassella Waste Systems, Inc.
Springfield, MA (19 miles from Amherst, MA)
8 days ago

Springfield, MA (19 miles from Amherst, MA)
8 days ago

Position Summary The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment used in the Material Recovery Facility (MRF) for the purpose of transferring, sorting,...

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Small Equipment Operator MRF-2341742

Waste Management
Springfield, MA (19 miles from Amherst, MA)
9 days ago

Springfield, MA (19 miles from Amherst, MA)
9 days ago

Pay Range: $19.80-$20.80 Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm, occasionally Saturday What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. Its a way to create opportunities...

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Engineering Equipment Operator

VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System
Northampton, MA (9 miles from Amherst, MA)
10 days ago

Northampton, MA (9 miles from Amherst, MA)
10 days ago

Engineering Equipment Operor Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administrion Veterans Health Administrion Summary This Engineering Equipment Operor position is loced in the Facilities...

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Small Equipment Operator MRF

Waste Management
Springfield, MA (19 miles from Amherst, MA)
10 days ago

Springfield, MA (19 miles from Amherst, MA)
10 days ago

Pay Range: $19.80-$20.80 Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm, occasionally Saturday 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...

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Heavy/Highway Equipment Operator

Caracas Construction Corporation
Ludlow, MA (12 miles from Amherst, MA)
17 days ago

Ludlow, MA (12 miles from Amherst, MA)
17 days ago

Summary: Caracas Construction is seeking a Heavy/Highway Equipment Operator to run heavy construction equipment on its' roadway construction sites. The operator will run a variety of equipment...

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Heavy Equipment Operator - Transfer

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.
Holyoke, MA (14 miles from Amherst, MA)
19 days ago

Holyoke, MA (14 miles from Amherst, MA)
19 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator - Transfer Casella Waste Systems, Inc. - 2.9 Holyoke, MA Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending...

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Demographic Data for Amherst, MA

Moving to Amherst, MA? Find some basic demographic data about Amherst, MA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Amherst, MA

Local

National

Total Population

40,811

Number of Businesses

523

City Size

Medium

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Amherst, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.

Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Amherst, MA offer the following education background

High School or GED

35.2%

Bachelor's Degree

23.4%

Vocational Degree or Certification

17.7%

Associate's Degree

14.8%

Some High School

2.8%

Some College

2.8%

Master's Degree

2.8%

Doctorate Degree

0.6%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Amherst, MA

2-4 years

36.6%

Less than 1 year

26.8%

1-2 years

19.9%

4-6 years

16.3%

None

0.4%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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