Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Newton, NC

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Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 16 hours ago

Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) $25-30 Mooresville, North Carolina, 28117 Job Description We are seeking experienced heavy equipment operators for an industrial renovation project at an oil and gas compressor...

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Forklift Operator - A Shift (Days)

  • Carolina Beverage
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Our Opportunity: Forklift Operator Status: Full Time Hours: 12-hour shifts, 7:00am - 7:00pm Schedule: 2-2-3 rotating shifts (work 15 days a month!) Summary This position is responsible for the...

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Demo Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) $25-30 Mooresville, North Carolina, 28117 Job Description We are seeking experienced heavy equipment operators for an industrial renovation project at an oil and gas compressor...

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Forklift Operator

  • Crate and Barrel
  • Newton, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Newton, NC
  • 9 days ago

Overview We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we...

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Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Republic Services
  • Lenoir, NC (24 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (24 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 11 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Operator Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring,...

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Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Leggett & Platt, Incorporated
  • Conover, NC (6 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Conover, NC (6 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 17 days ago

Pay: $18.50 Hourly Hours: Sunday through Thursday 3:00pm - 11:00pm Elite Comfort Solutions, a Leggett & Platt Company, is comprised of hardworking individuals dedicated to delivering innovative,...

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Heavy Equipment Operator - Hickory, NC

  • The Caton Companies
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 19 days ago

The heavy equipment operator operates a variety of contractor equipment and properly maintains the equipment on a daily basis....

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Bobcat / Backhoe Operator Pool Construction (Denver)

  • Carolina Pool Consultants
  • Denver, NC (14 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Denver, NC (14 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 27 days ago

un Bobcat / Backhoe Operator - Pool Construction (Denver) (Denver, NC) Carolina Pool Consultants compensation: $BOE employment type: job title: Heavy Equipment Operator About the Job: We are looking...

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Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Newton, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Newton, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a stand up 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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Forklift Operator

  • Westrock
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

General Information Job ID ATR55419 Posting Job Title Forklift Operator Locations NC Mooresville Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 02-Oct-2025 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements...

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Stand up Forklift Operator - Nights

  • Pactiv Corporation
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Come Build Your Career at Pactiv Evergreen! Immediately Hiring Forklift Drivers! Minimum (2) two years of experience sit down. ***Preferred (1) year stand-up (reach truck) experience....

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

  • ABF Freight
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

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Excavator Operator - Cornelius, NC

  • The Canton Companies
  • Cornelius, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cornelius, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

The heavy equipment operator operates a variety of contractor equipment and properly maintains the equipment on a daily basis. Starting pay is based on skills and experience....

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Demographic Data for Newton, NC

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Newton, NC

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 Newton, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
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 Newton, NC
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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