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Heavy Equipment Telehandler Jobs in Delaware (NOW HIRING)

REYBOLD GROUP OF COMPANIES

General Laborer

Bear, DE · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

Capable of being trained to operate a 10,000 lb. capacity telehandler to load material into and out ... Cleaning and maintaining heavy and light equipment Education and/or Experience Qualifications

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Can you make 100k as a heavy equipment operator?

Heavy equipment telehandlers are skilled operators who can potentially earn $100,000 or more annually, especially with experience, certifications, and working in high-demand industries or locations. Factors such as overtime, union wages, and specialized skills can also influence earning potential.

How much does a telehandler driver make?

A heavy equipment telehandler operator typically earns between $18 and $30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Experienced operators with specialized skills or certifications can earn higher wages, especially in construction or industrial settings with overtime opportunities.

What is the difference between Heavy Equipment Telehandler vs Crane Operator?

AspectHeavy Equipment TelehandlerCrane Operator
CredentialsOSHA certification, equipment-specific trainingCrane operator certification, licensing
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, warehouses, industrial settingsConstruction sites, shipyards, industrial facilities
UsageMaterial handling, lifting loads horizontally and verticallyPrecise lifting and placement of heavy loads at height

Both roles require specialized certifications and are commonly found in construction and industrial environments. While a heavy equipment telehandler is used for versatile lifting and moving tasks, a crane operator specializes in lifting heavy loads at height with precision. Understanding these differences helps employers and workers choose the right role for specific project needs.

What is the average salary for a telehandler job?

The average salary for a heavy equipment telehandler operator typically ranges from $45,000 to $65,000 per year, depending on experience, certifications, and location. Skilled operators with OSHA certification and experience in construction or industrial settings may earn higher wages. Overtime and union positions can also increase overall compensation.

What is the highest paid heavy equipment operator job?

The highest paid heavy equipment operator jobs typically involve specialized roles such as crane or tower crane operators, with median annual wages exceeding $60,000 and top earners making over $100,000. Telehandlers and other heavy equipment operators with advanced certifications, experience, and working in high-risk environments or remote locations tend to earn higher wages.
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General Laborer

REYBOLD GROUP OF COMPANIES

Bear, DE • On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Reybold, a growing Construction and Property Management company located in Bear, DE, is seeking a motivated and dependable laborer to join our commercial construction team. A General Laborer in Reybold's Construction Building Ops Department is responsible for any combination of the following duties as necessary for Landscaping, Fleet, and/or Construction Operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Use of powered equipment to perform tasks
  • Shoveling, raking, and spreading dirt, stone, blacktop, and other materials
  • Using small mechanical construction equipment such as plate tampers, rammers, and other small compaction equipment
  • Using small gas-powered hand tools such as cut-off saws, pumps, and post hold drillers
  • Sweeping debris from building sites
  • Loading trash and debris out of buildings
  • Cleaning building prior to occupancy
  • Spreading fertilizer and grass seed.
  • Laying Sod
  • Prune, trim, and plant trees, shrubs, and hedges
  • Willingly performs other labor tasks as needed
  • Light rough carpentry work including use of hand tolls and electric power tools including saws, drills and screwdrivers
  • Capable of being trained to operate a 10,000 lb. capacity telehandler to load material into and out of buildings
  • Ability to work independently

Additional Responsibilities

  • Cleaning and organizing materials in storage trailers
  • Cleaning and maintaining heavy and light equipment

Education and/or Experience Qualifications

  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Entry Level Position no formal training or education needed
  • Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to operate small mechanical construction equipment and gas-powered hand tools

Competencies 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.   

competencies:

  • Understands and demonstrates the need to always practice safety
  • Specific vision requirements including near and distance vision

Physical Demands

  • Ability to walk, bend, move, climb and lift
  • Ability to exert force to move up to 75lbs if necessary
  • Able and Willing to work in outdoor weather conditions

Work Environment

Construction laborers work in nearly every weather condition, although rain or extremely cold weather can stop some types of construction. Workers often get dirty, greasy, muddy, or dusty. Some laborers work in locations on large construction projects, such as highways and dams.

*Reybold is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

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