Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in South Orange, NJ

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CVS Health
Jersey City, NJ (9 miles from South Orange, NJ)
45+ days ago

Jersey City, NJ (9 miles from South Orange, NJ)
45+ days ago

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading...

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Forklift Operator

VOLT
Wharton, NJ (21 miles from South Orange, NJ)
3 hours ago

Wharton, NJ (21 miles from South Orange, NJ)
3 hours ago

Apply for tomorrow’s opportunity today, with Volt! Volt is immediately hiring for a Forklift Operators in Wharton, NJ. As a Forklift Operator you will: Operate forklifts, stretch wrap machines,...

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Forklift Operator

Aerotek
Bayonne, NJ (9 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

Bayonne, NJ (9 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

Industry Leading Manufacturing Company URGENTLY Hiring Forklift Operators!! Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more information! Located in Bayonne, NJ Pay: $18.50-$19.50 an hour...

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Crane Operator

simsmetalm
New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a...

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Pawling Forklift Operator (Epicor computer knowledge)

Manpower
New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

Pawling Forklift Operator (Epicor computer knowledge) 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Our client, a leading manufacturing organization, is seeking a Pawling Forklift Operator to join their team. As a...

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Heavy Equipment Operator in Old Bridge

Energy Jobline ZR
Old Bridge, NJ (24 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

Old Bridge, NJ (24 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global...

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2nd shift Forklift Operator

1000 Plastipak Packaging Inc. (US)
Woodbridge, NJ (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

Woodbridge, NJ (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

Return to selected search result 2nd shift Forklift Operator Apply locations Plastipak - Keasbey, NJ time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id REQ22016 Plastipak Material...

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Forklift Operator

Staffmark Group
Somerset, NJ (22 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

Somerset, NJ (22 miles from South Orange, NJ)
2 days ago

Now Hiring: Forklift Operator Location: Somerset, NJ Pay: $19.20 per hour Schedule: 2nd Shift | Monday - Friday | 3 PM - 11:30 PM Staffmark is hiring a Forklift Operator. Advance your career with...

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2nd shift Forklift Operator

Plastipak
Keasbey, NJ (16 miles from South Orange, NJ)
3 days ago

Keasbey, NJ (16 miles from South Orange, NJ)
3 days ago

Plastipak Material Handlers/Forklift Operators safely and efficiently move & store finished goods and raw materials between the warehouse and production areas. Associates take pride in maintaining...

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Station Equipment Operator

AEP Service Corporation
Newark, NJ (4 miles from South Orange, NJ)
3 days ago

Newark, NJ (4 miles from South Orange, NJ)
3 days ago

Return to selected search result Station Equipment Operator Apply locations Heath, OH Columbus, OH time type Full time posted on Posted Today time left to apply End Date: November 1, 2025 (10 days...

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Loader Operator I

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, Inc
New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
3 days ago

New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
3 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. Experience operating heavy...

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Warehouse Forklift Operator - 1st Shift Shipping

Bob's Discount Furniture
Piscataway, NJ (17 miles from South Orange, NJ)
4 days ago

Piscataway, NJ (17 miles from South Orange, NJ)
4 days ago

Job Title Shipping Equipment Operator Job Overview The Shipping Equipment Operator is responsible for accurately picking product from the designated locations throughout the Distribution Center...

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Dock Worker/Forklift Operator

Old Dominion Freight Line
Edison, NJ (17 miles from South Orange, NJ)
4 days ago

Edison, NJ (17 miles from South Orange, NJ)
4 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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Loader Operator I

Ritchie Bros.
Staten Island, NY (12 miles from South Orange, NJ)
4 days ago

Staten Island, NY (12 miles from South Orange, NJ)
4 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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Crane Operator

Sims Limited
Bronx, NY (18 miles from South Orange, NJ)
5 days ago

Bronx, NY (18 miles from South Orange, NJ)
5 days ago

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a...

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Demographic Data for South Orange, NJ

Moving to South Orange, NJ? Find some basic demographic data about South Orange, NJ below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in South Orange, NJ

Local

National

Total Population

18,597

Number of Businesses

460

City Size

Medium/Sm

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in South Orange, NJ

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 South Orange, NJ offer the following education background

High School or GED

36.4%

Bachelor's Degree

23.7%

Vocational Degree or Certification

16.8%

Associate's Degree

14.0%

Some College

3.0%

Some High School

2.8%

Master's Degree

2.6%

Doctorate Degree

0.6%

Average Work Experience

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

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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