Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Reading, MA

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Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator/Public Works Laborer (Day Shift)

City of Somerville
Somerville, MA (10 miles from Reading, MA)
1 day ago

Somerville, MA (10 miles from Reading, MA)
1 day ago

materials and leveling areas; operating jackhammers and compaction equipment; loading and unloading materials; emptying barrels and cleaning litter and debris from streets, runways, parking lots; mowing...

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2nd Shift Forklift Operator - Wilmington, MA

CHEP
Wayland, MA (17 miles from Reading, MA)
2 days ago

Wayland, MA (17 miles from Reading, MA)
2 days ago

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate...

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Heavy equipment operator

Beverly, MA (12 miles from Reading, MA)
2 days ago

Beverly, MA (12 miles from Reading, MA)
2 days ago

un Heavy equipment operator (Topsfield) image 1 of 1 compensation: Based on experience. employment type: job title: Excavator operator Heavy equipment operator wanted. Title 5 experience a bonus....

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Equipment Operator

The Town of Concord Massachusetts
Concord, MA (14 miles from Reading, MA)
4 days ago

Concord, MA (14 miles from Reading, MA)
4 days ago

Operates lawn care and maintenance equipment, chain saw, chipper and a variety of hand tools and equipment to maintain and upkeep town lawns, cemetery grounds, trees, shrubbery and other outside areas...

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Forklift Operator

PeopleReady
Newburyport, MA (22 miles from Reading, MA)
6 days ago

Newburyport, MA (22 miles from Reading, MA)
6 days ago

Forklift Operator PeopleReady of Lowell, MA is now hiring Forklift Operators in Newburyport, MA! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment. Apply...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Randstad
Littleton, MA (19 miles from Reading, MA)
7 days ago

Littleton, MA (19 miles from Reading, MA)
7 days ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

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Loader Operator

Schnitzer Steel Industries
Everett, MA (9 miles from Reading, MA)
8 days ago

Everett, MA (9 miles from Reading, MA)
8 days ago

The Loader Operator will contribute to the production team to ensure goals are met safely and efficiently while conforming to company policies. Process vehicles in a safe manner to produce core &...

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Forklift Operator

Westrock
Wakefield, MA (2 miles from Reading, MA)
8 days ago

Wakefield, MA (2 miles from Reading, MA)
8 days ago

General Information Job ID ATR52926 Posting Job Title Forklift Operator Locations MA Wakefield Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 18-Nov-2025 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements...

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Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

Walmart
Nashua, NH (22 miles from Reading, MA)
10 days ago

Nashua, NH (22 miles from Reading, MA)
10 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.5 - $27 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Forklift Operator Refrigerated Warehouse

Boston, MA (12 miles from Reading, MA)
12 days ago

Boston, MA (12 miles from Reading, MA)
12 days ago

Forklift Operator - Refrigerated Warehouse compensation: 25.00/hour Schedule employment type: job title: Forklift Operator - Refrigerated Warehouse relocation assistance available Job Title:...

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CDL Driver - Crane Operator

QXO
South Boston, MA (14 miles from Reading, MA)
12 days ago

South Boston, MA (14 miles from Reading, MA)
12 days ago

Are you a skilled CDL driver looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can be home every night? At QXO, we’re seeking a dedicated driver who takes pride in safety, service, and teamwork. As a...

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Forklift Operator

Littleton, MA (19 miles from Reading, MA)
14 days ago

Littleton, MA (19 miles from Reading, MA)
14 days ago

Our client, an industrial organization dedicated to efficient material handling and logistics, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the...

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Forklift Operator

Adecco USA, Inc.
North Andover, MA (9 miles from Reading, MA)
20 days ago

North Andover, MA (9 miles from Reading, MA)
20 days ago

Forklift Operator Industrial & Manufacturing $ 22 - $ 24 / Hour location_on North Andover, Massachusetts work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link...

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Forklift Operator (Loader)

Airgas
Salem, NH (19 miles from Reading, MA)
20 days ago

Salem, NH (19 miles from Reading, MA)
20 days ago

R10079612 Forklift Operator (Loader) (Open) Location: Salem, NH (NEA) - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? Airgas is Hiring for a Forklift Operator (Loader) in Salem, NH! At...

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Winter snow plow drivers and equipment operators

Gloucester, MA (22 miles from Reading, MA)
22 days ago

Gloucester, MA (22 miles from Reading, MA)
22 days ago

Winter snow plow drivers and equipment operators (Gloucester) image 1 of 1 compensation: 1 employment type: job title: Plow drivers and skid steer and backhoe operators Looking for snow plow...

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Demographic Data for Reading, MA

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

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Reading, MA

Local

National

Total Population

25,522

Number of Businesses

546

City Size

Medium

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Reading, MA

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

Licensing / Certification

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

Highest Education Level

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

High School or GED

35.7%

Bachelor's Degree

23.9%

Vocational Degree or Certification

16.9%

Associate's Degree

14.6%

Some College

2.9%

Master's Degree

2.7%

Some High School

2.7%

Doctorate Degree

0.6%

Average Work Experience

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

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Heavy Equipment Operator position

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