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Frontend Loader Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

LOADER OPERATOR

Providence Forge, VA ยท On-site

$38K - $63K/yr

The Front-End Loader Operator operates straight or articulated rubber tired or crawler type machine equipped with front mounted hydraulically powered bucket, scoop or other accessories used to grade ...

LOADER OPERATOR

Providence Forge, VA ยท On-site

$38K - $63K/yr

The Front-End Loader Operator operates straight or articulated rubber tired or crawler type machine equipped with front mounted hydraulically powered bucket, scoop or other accessories used to grade ...

Loader Operator

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$20.50 - $26.75/hr

... front-end loader to load trucks, feed processing plants, and move materials within the stockpile area. โ€ข Maintain precise control of the loader, ensuring safe and efficient operation in a ...

Loader Operator

VA ยท On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

Experience โ€ข 1-4 years of experience operating a front-end loader in a stockpile environment. โ€ข Demonstrates a high level of proficiency in loader operation and safety practices. โ€ข ...

Loader Operator

Dinwiddie, VA ยท On-site

$20.75 - $27/hr

Experience โ€ข 1-4 years of experience operating a front-end loader in a stockpile environment. โ€ข Demonstrates a high level of proficiency in loader operation and safety practices. โ€ข ...

Loader Operator

Dinwiddie, VA

$20.75 - $27/hr

Operate a front-end loader to load trucks, feed processing plants, and move materials within the stockpile area. Maintain precise control of the loader, ensuring safe and efficient operation in a ...

Loader Operator

Fredericksburg, VA ยท On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

This position is responsible for operating front-end loaders to load deicing materials, support equipment preparation, assist with winter storm response, and perform equipment inspections while ...

Loader Operator

Woodford, VA ยท On-site

$18.50 - $24/hr

This position is responsible for operating front-end loaders to load deicing materials, support equipment preparation, assist with winter storm response, and perform equipment inspections while ...

Loader Operator I

Pulaski, VA ยท On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

They utilize our front-end loaders to maneuver vehicles around our facilities in preparation for auction. While Loader Operators always focus on safety first, they understand the importance of a ...

Garden Center Loader

Rockville, VA ยท On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

This seasonal position involves operating a front-end loader to move bulk materials such as mulch and stone, including loading customer and contractor trucks. Responsibilities also include unloading ...

Garden Center Loader

Richmond, VA ยท On-site

$17.50 - $23/hr

This seasonal position involves operating a front-end loader to move bulk materials such as mulch and stone, including loading customer and contractor trucks. Responsibilities also include unloading ...

Garden Center Loader

Rockville, VA ยท On-site

$14 - $16/hr

This seasonal position involves operating a front-end loader to move bulk materials such as mulch and stone, including loading customer and contractor trucks. Responsibilities also include unloading ...

Garden Center Loader

Rockville, VA ยท On-site

$14 - $16/hr

This seasonal position involves operating a front-end loader to move bulk materials such as mulch and stone, including loading customer and contractor trucks. Responsibilities also include unloading ...

Garden Center Loader

Rockville, VA ยท On-site

$14 - $16/hr

This seasonal position involves operating a front-end loader to move bulk materials such as mulch and stone, including loading customer and contractor trucks. Responsibilities also include unloading ...

Garden Center Loader

Richmond, VA ยท On-site

$14 - $16/hr

This seasonal position involves operating a front-end loader to move bulk materials such as mulch and stone, including loading customer and contractor trucks. Responsibilities also include unloading ...

Loader Operator

Fredericksburg, VA ยท On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

Operate front-end loaders safely and efficiently during winter maintenance operations. Load salt, sand, and other deicing materials into trucks, trailers, and spreader vehicles. Assist with preparing ...

Loader Operator

Woodford, VA ยท On-site

$18.50 - $24/hr

Operate front-end loaders safely and efficiently during winter maintenance operations. Load salt, sand, and other deicing materials into trucks, trailers, and spreader vehicles. Assist with preparing ...

Loader Operator

Fredericksburg, VA ยท On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Operate front-end loaders safely and efficiently during winter maintenance operations. * Load salt, sand, and other deicing materials into trucks, trailers, and spreader vehicles. * Assist with ...

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Frontend Loader information

What is the difference between Frontend Loader vs Excavator Operator?

AspectFrontend LoaderExcavator Operator
CredentialsOSHA certification, CDL often preferredOSHA certification, CDL often preferred
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, loading docksConstruction sites, digging and trenching areas
Common UsageLoading materials, moving debrisExcavating, trenching, demolition

Both Frontend Loaders and Excavator Operators work in construction and heavy equipment environments, often requiring similar certifications. The main difference lies in their functions: Frontend Loaders are primarily used for loading and moving materials, while Excavator Operators focus on digging and trenching tasks. Understanding these distinctions helps employers and workers choose the right role for specific project needs.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Frontend Loader jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Frontend Loader job openings:

Infographic showing various Frontend Loader job openings in Virginia as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

LOADER OPERATOR

Providence Forge, VA โ€ข On-site

The Branch Group
Constructionย โ€ขย 501 - 1,000 employees

$38K - $63K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Operate front-end loader by shifting gears, levers, and controls to move materials and direct equipment functions

  • Perform routine cleaning, minor repairs, and make normal operating adjustments to the equipment

  • Complete other related duties as assigned


Job description

Position Summary

Branch Civil is searching for an experienced and safety-oriented Front-End Loader Operator to join our well-established, growing company.ย  The Front-End Loader Operator operates straight or articulated rubber tired or crawler type machine equipped with front mounted hydraulically powered bucket, scoop or other accessories used to grade, excavate, lift, transport or load materials.

Duties/Responsibilities
  • Operates loader by shifting gears, levers and controls to direct movement and force bucket into materials
  • May service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment
  • May complete minor repairs
  • Routine cleaning of equipment and work area
  • May perform other related duties
Duties/Responsibilities Cont.
Qualifications
  • Knowledge of construction techniques
  • 1 to 3 years of front-end loader operating experience
  • Working knowledge of OSHA regulations
  • DOT experience preferred, but not required
Compensation

Salary Min: $38,209.50

Salary Max: $63,705.00

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

Competencies
Dependability
Following Policies and Procedures
Productivity
Communicating Effectively
Accepting Direction
Travel
Supervisory Responsibility
Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste and smell. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position which will typically involve 40+ hours a week. Due to the nature of the job, the employee must be available on-call early/late hours to deal with delays, bad weather and emergencies at the job site.

AAP/EEO Statement

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and condition of employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.