Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Palmerton, PA

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Forklift Operator - 2nd OR 3rd Shift

  • Breinigsville, PA (20 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Breinigsville, PA (20 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

Allied Personnel Services is seeking candidates for Forklift openings! These temp to hire opportunities are available on 2nd OR 3rd shift. Pay is $22.00/hr! Responsibilities: work in a...

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Forklift Operator

  • Manpower Engineering
  • Allentown, PA (16 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Allentown, PA (16 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 14 hours ago

Our client, a leading manufacturing and distribution company, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the warehouse operations department...

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Forklift Operator - Overnights

  • Uline, Inc.
  • Mertztown, PA (24 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mertztown, PA (24 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator - Overnights Pay from $27 to $34 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Includes $2 Shift Differential Pennsylvania Distribution Center 8449 Congdon Hill Drive,...

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Forklift Operator - Days

  • Uline, Inc.
  • Orefield, PA (14 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orefield, PA (14 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator - Days Pay from $27 to $32 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Pennsylvania Branch 700 Uline Way, Allentown, PA 18106 Morning Calls Top Large Employer of...

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Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Ryder
  • Hazleton, PA (21 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hazleton, PA (21 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Hazleton, Pennsylvania Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $17.00 per hour Shift Pay: $0.75 per hour Schedule: Monday -...

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Heavy Equipment Operator

  • The H&K Group
  • Lehigh Valley, PA (15 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lehigh Valley, PA (15 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 1 day ago

an experienced and motivated Heavy Equipment Operator to become a part of our team....

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Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate

  • Sirius Staffing
  • Allentown, PA (16 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (16 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate Allentown, PA Posted: 11/05/2025 Job Category: Industrial Job Number: KG634468115 Job Description Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate Location:...

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Shipping & Forklift Operator Associate

  • PeopleShare by PROMAN
  • Macungie, PA (23 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Macungie, PA (23 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Our office is currently partnered with a leading company in Allentown, PA in their search for a 2nd shift Shipping & Forklift Operator Associate! Maintenance Technician Job Details: Schedule:...

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Forklift Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Kutztown, PA (23 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kutztown, PA (23 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to handle and transport materials efficiently. The role involves preparing and shipping industry-leading fireplaces,...

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Forklift Operator/General Labor

  • Universal Forest Products
  • Delano, PA (24 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Delano, PA (24 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required....

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Forklift Operator

  • C&S Wholesale Grocers
  • Bethlehem, PA (20 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (20 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Overview As a Forklift Operator, you will use a forklift to transport merchandise to, from, and within the warehouse to put away, drop down, and rotate full pallets of stock through the...

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Forklift Operator

  • NFI Industries
  • Kutztown, PA (23 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kutztown, PA (23 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

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Warehouse Associate (Forklift Operator) (12 hrs)

  • PAC Worldwide
  • Bethlehem, PA (20 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (20 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Description Warehouse Associates are required to perform assigned shipping and receiving duties. Assist the supervisor or lead with day-to-day activities. Operate the equipment in a safe manner;...

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Forklift Operator (2nd Shift)

  • Cj Logistics
  • Bethlehem, PA (20 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (20 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 5 days ago

At this time, CJ Logistics Americas is unable to offer visa sponsorship or support for work authorization. Candidates must complete an application at: Lift Your Career to New Heights with CJ...

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Forklift Operator (ID #470330)

  • Partners Personnel Management
  • Hazleton, PA (21 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hazleton, PA (21 miles from Palmerton, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Hazelton, PA Hazleton Pa 3196 $17.50/Per Hour Forklift Operator Job Description Branch Details Job Title: Forklift Operator Location: Gouldsboro, PA Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour Schedule: Monday to...

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Demographic Data for Palmerton, PA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Palmerton, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Palmerton, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.0%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
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 Palmerton, PA
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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