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Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator Jobs in Washington

Anne Arundel County, MD

Equipment Operator II - Highways

MD · On-site

$45K - $73K/yr

Operates a single axle dump truck, tractor mower, boom mower, front end loader, steel wheel roller ... Considerable knowledge of the operating characteristics and preventive maintenance requirements of ...

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TOWING OPERATOR

Washington, DC · On-site

$61K - $80K/yr

The incumbent is responsible for operating a fifty (50) ton low boy with tracker and thirty-five ... some loaded with cargo. Medium too heavy physical effort is involved in lifting dolly wheels ...

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How to become a wheel loader?

To become a wheel loader operator, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with on-the-job training or a vocational program in heavy equipment operation. Many employers require certification from a recognized training program and a valid driver's license; experience with equipment controls and safety procedures is also important.

What jobs pay $700 a day?

Entry level wheel loader operators typically do not earn $700 a day; such high daily pay is usually associated with experienced heavy equipment operators, specialized construction roles, or union positions that require certifications and extensive experience. These roles often involve working long hours, overtime, or in high-demand environments to reach that earning level.

How much do beginner operators make?

Entry-level wheel loader operators typically earn between $15 and $20 per hour, depending on location, company, and experience. Starting salaries may increase with certifications, such as OSHA or equipment-specific training, and familiarity with machinery and safety protocols.

Can you get a heavy equipment operator job with no experience?

Entry level wheel loader operator positions often do not require prior experience, but candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may need to complete on-the-job training or certification programs. Having knowledge of equipment operation, safety procedures, and physical fitness can improve job prospects for beginners.

What is the difference between Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator vs Equipment Operator?

AspectEntry Level Wheel Loader OperatorEquipment Operator
CertificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, mining, material handlingConstruction, industrial, mining, and transportation settings
Job DutiesOperate wheel loaders for loading, moving materialsOperate various heavy machinery including loaders, excavators

Both roles require safety certifications and involve working in construction or industrial environments. The main difference is that an Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator specializes in operating wheel loaders specifically, while an Equipment Operator may handle a variety of heavy machinery. The choice depends on the specific equipment and tasks involved in the job.

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Crew Leader - Landscape, Snow Removal & Exterior Services (Non-CDL)

ACACIA Facility Services LLC

Laurel, MD

$19 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Crew Leader - Landscape, Snow Removal & Exterior Services (Non-CDL Driver) 

Who is Acacia? 
At Acacia, we pride ourselves on being trusted partners, guided by honesty and integrity in every interaction. Our core service revolves around the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), offering all-inclusive facility service programs for interior and exterior maintenance. We serve customers who own or manage multi-site, critical infrastructure, industrial, retail, and commercial real estate portfolios. Safety is our top priority, and we adhere to the highest safety standards required by the world's leading brands and ISN. We self-perform most of our work, leverage advanced technology, and collaborate with a vetted network of service providers, to maintain flexibility and control over our operations. Our dedication to delivering quality service reflects our commitment to excellence, and we proudly describe ourselves as a white-glove, first-class service provider. To learn more about Acacia, please visit our website at www.TrustAcacia.com 
Job Summary: 
The Crew Leader will operate Medium-Duty Trucks and trailers, commercial mowers and landscaping equipment, snowplows, salters, and large construction equipment including loaders and skid steers to clear snow. The crew leader will be responsible for training and overseeing 2-4 additional crew members and performing landscaping maintenance, lawn care, pruning, mulching, cleanups, planting, snow removal, and salting for a scheduled route. Work will involve operating the truck and trailer to scheduled stops and mowing grass, weed abatement, pruning plants, and trees, cleanup of the grounds including blowing off parking lots, hardscapes, and sidewalk areas, and picking up all trash on the property. The truck driver position requires the ability to navigate traffic, be organized, log correct information, have alert driving senses, and safely navigate while towing a large trailer. The position requires a lot of walking, working under strenuous conditions, and operating various types of power equipment and large equipment to accomplish the required tasks. You will need to be able to bend over to pick up and move heavy items that weigh up to 50 pounds. During the winter season, you will be on-call to work for the duration of all winter weather events. You will operate wheel loaders, specialized machinery, and medium-duty trucks to perform plowing, salting, and deicer applications to parking lots and sidewalks. You will perform pre-treat salting before a snow event, and you will perform “ice-checks” and apply deicers to treat any residual snow or ice for days after a snow event. You may also be required to perform snow shoveling and snow plowing. During winter weather, you will not be mowing or performing summer landscaping tasks, but you will still be required to hand porter parking lots and landscaping areas, and clean up landscaping areas and prune trees and shrubbery.  

Address: 1120 Valley Road, Coatesville, PA 19320

Work Shift: 5 days / 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Monday – Friday, plus 24/7 during any winter weather events. 
Job Responsibilities: 
  • You will be provided with a planned route of locations to service and will be responsible for completing your work within the given time with a crew of 2-4 people. 
  • You will be responsible for safely operating medium-duty trucks and landscaping trailers, commercial mowers, gas power equipment, loaders, snowplows, salters, and various types of equipment. You are required to inspect them daily to ensure safe operation.  
  • During winter weather events, you will operate snowplows, salters, skid loaders, wheel loaders, and other snow removal equipment. 
  • You will work outside and perform weekly landscaping services including mowing and trimming lawns, edging mulch beds and sidewalks, pulling weeds from mulched areas, spraying weeds in mulched areas and hard surfaces and cracks with Roundup, blowing lawn clippings and debris off parking lots, sidewalks and mulched areas, trimming bushes and hedges and performing spring cleanup and mulching and fall leaf removal. You will also hand-pick litter and debris from around buildings, landscaping grounds, and hard-to-reach areas. You could walk many miles in a day.  
  • You are required to wear a company-issued uniform and always use personal protective equipment (PPE) while you are working. 
  • You will review your scheduled routes, be proactive, and ask questions if the work is unclear. 
Job Requirements: 
  • Valid US Driver's License and clean driving record. 
  • Must be semi-fluent in English (Bi-Lingual in English and Spanish is preferred)  
  • Must have a current D.O.T. Medical Card (or must obtain before working at Acacia) 
  • At least 2 full years of commercial landscaping and snow services are required. 
  • Basic mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills. 
  • Ability to pass employment and random drug tests 
  • Ability to follow GPS directions and read maps 
  • Use a smartphone to log in and out of the mobile work order applications to record work and upload photos 
  • Ability to lift 80 lbs. 
  • Always wear company-issued uniforms and PPE while working.  
  • Smoking is not permitted while working. 
Benefits of Joining Acacia: 
Join our team and experience the great benefits we have to offer our Full-Time Employees: 
  • Weekly pay 
  • Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision (Salary positions only) 
  • Company-paid life insurance (Salary positions only) 
  • 5 days (40 hours) paid vacation (some restrictions apply) 
  • Paid Holidays  
  • $1,500 Signing Bonus (paid after 1 full year of satisfactory employment) 
Acacia Facility Services is an equal opportunity at-will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin. 
Acacia Facility Services is Proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace. 
Other Details: 
Job Type: Full-time 
Pay Type: Hourly 
Minimum Hiring Rate: $19.00 (Annual Salary $44,500) 
Maximum Hiring Rate: $25.00 (Annual Salary $50,000)