Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Salem, MA

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Heidelberg Materials
Watertown, MA (17 miles from Salem, MA)
17 hours ago

Watertown, MA (17 miles from Salem, MA)
17 hours ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Aerotek
Cambridge, MA (14 miles from Salem, MA)
1 day ago

Cambridge, MA (14 miles from Salem, MA)
1 day ago

Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description We are currently hiring long-term heavy equipment operators for projects in Greater Boston (Projects in Stow and then Cambridge)....

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Pit Loader Operator

Heidelberg Materials
Watertown, MA (17 miles from Salem, MA)
1 day ago

Watertown, MA (17 miles from Salem, MA)
1 day ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

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Temporary Heavy Equipment Operator

Massachusetts Port Authority
Bedford, MA (18 miles from Salem, MA)
2 days ago

Bedford, MA (18 miles from Salem, MA)
2 days ago

ABOUT YOU As a Temporary Heavy Equipment Operator (Bargaining Unit, Local No. 25), you lead with safety, mechanical savvy, and steady judgment, bringing sharp situational awareness and the stamina to...

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Equipment Operator

amrize
Swampscott, MA (2 miles from Salem, MA)
2 days ago

Swampscott, MA (2 miles from Salem, MA)
2 days ago

We're seeking a Equipment Operator who's ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that's building North America. Job Title: Equipment Operator |...

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Process Equipment Operator I 2nd Shift / 12:00pm - 8:30pm

CPI Electron Device Business
Beverly, MA (4 miles from Salem, MA)
2 days ago

Beverly, MA (4 miles from Salem, MA)
2 days ago

What we do matters! CPI Electron Device Business, with a history spanning more than seven decades, is a global leader in design, development, and manufacturing of electronic components and...

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Process Equipment Operator I

CPI Electron Device Business, Inc
Beverly, MA (4 miles from Salem, MA)
3 days ago

Beverly, MA (4 miles from Salem, MA)
3 days ago

What we do matters! CPI Electron Device Business, with a history spanning more than seven decades, is a global leader in design, development, and manufacturing of electronic components and...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Randstad
Amesbury, MA (23 miles from Salem, MA)
3 days ago

Amesbury, MA (23 miles from Salem, MA)
3 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

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Forklift Operator

Randstad
Wilmington, MA (14 miles from Salem, MA)
9 days ago

Wilmington, MA (14 miles from Salem, MA)
9 days ago

We are seeking a skileld forklift operator to join our team in the Woburn/Wilmington, MA area. This is a full time position on the first shift. The ideal candidate will have experience operating...

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Warehouse Forklift Operator

Employbridge
Danvers, MA (4 miles from Salem, MA)
9 days ago

Danvers, MA (4 miles from Salem, MA)
9 days ago

Westaff is hiring 3rd shift Forklift Operators in Peabody, MA Benefits to Westaff Associates: Medical Dental Vision Retirement Savings Plan FREE Online training WEEKLY PAY ** Must be able to train...

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Forklift Operator

Employbridge
Winchester, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
9 days ago

Winchester, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
9 days ago

Westaff is looking for a 1st shift Forklift Operator in the Winchester, MA area for immediate Hire Pay: 18.50 p/h Sit Down Forklift Operator Winchester, MA Hours 7:00am - 3:00pm Mon - Fri Sit Down...

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Heavy Motor Equipment Operator II (Hwy/San)

Town of Brookline
Chestnut Hill, MA (18 miles from Salem, MA)
14 days ago

Chestnut Hill, MA (18 miles from Salem, MA)
14 days ago

The Town of Brookline DPW Department is seeking reliable and skilled Heavy Motor Equipment Operators (MEO II) to join our Highway and Sanitation Division. This position performs a variety of...

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Equipment Operator

Trillium Staffing
Peabody, MA (3 miles from Salem, MA)
15 days ago

Peabody, MA (3 miles from Salem, MA)
15 days ago

Apply Equipment Operator Peabody, Massachusetts - Posted on March 19, 2026 Published By Aubryelle Massey Trillium Construction is currently seeking an experienced Equipment Operator with a valid...

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Snow Loader Operator

Medford, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
15 days ago

Medford, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
15 days ago

Snow Loader Operator (Malden & Medford, MA) compensation: Competitive Pay Based on Experience employment type: job title: Snowplow/Loader Operator Winter Snow Loader Operator Wanted for Malden and...

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2026 Seasonal Maint Equipment Operator I (Revere Beach Maintenance Facility)

Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services
Revere, MA (8 miles from Salem, MA)
16 days ago

Revere, MA (8 miles from Salem, MA)
16 days ago

POSITION INFORMATION Position\: Maintenance Equipment Operator I Location\: Revere Beach Maintenance Facility Start Date\: 4/19/2026 End Date\: 10/31/2026 (28 weeks) Work Hours\: 40 hours weekly,...

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Demographic Data for Salem, MA

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

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Salem, MA

Local

National

Total Population

44,451

Number of Businesses

1,142

City Size

Medium

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Salem, 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 Salem, MA offer the following education background

High School or GED

35.1%

Bachelor's Degree

23.9%

Vocational Degree or Certification

17.8%

Associate's Degree

14.7%

Master's Degree

2.7%

Some College

2.7%

Some High School

2.5%

Doctorate Degree

0.5%

Average Work Experience

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