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Machine Operate Jobs in Fort Myers, FL (NOW HIRING)

Forklift Operator

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Basic computer skills to operate machine control panels with electronic switches. * Use, read and understand rulers and tape measures for measuring product specifications. * Read, write and speak ...

Forklift Operator

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Basic computer skills to operate machine control panels with electronic switches. * Use, read and understand rulers and tape measures for measuring product specifications. * Read, write and speak ...

Forklift Operator

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Basic computer skills to operate machine control panels with electronic switches. * Use, read and understand rulers and tape measures for measuring product specifications. * Read, write and speak ...

Equipment Driver

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$1.3K - $1.6K/wk

Stowers Machinery is proud to expand from East Tennessee into Southern Florida through the opening ... Ability to operate commercial vehicles, trailers, and equipment transport systems safely and ...

Equipment Driver

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$1.3K - $1.6K/wk

Description Stowers Machinery is proud to expand from East Tennessee into Southern Florida through ... Ability to operate commercial vehicles, trailers, and equipment transport systems safely and ...

Drill Operator

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$250 - $300/day

Operate Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) machines for underground cable installation; * Install underground utilities, including boring, trenching, and related tasks; * Operate and locate ...

Cafe Associate

Cape Coral, FL

$13.75 - $16.75/hr

Ability to operate coffee and juicing equipment, such as coffee machines, juicers, and blenders. * Ability to use a knife and cutting glove to ensure safety. * Communicate seamlessly with customers ...

Cafe Associate

Cape Coral, FL · On-site

$13.75 - $16.75/hr

Ability to operate coffee and juicing equipment, such as coffee machines, juicers, and blenders. * Ability to use a knife and cutting glove to ensure safety. * Communicate seamlessly with customers ...

Drill Operator

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$250 - $300/day

Operate Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) machines for underground cable installation; * Install underground utilities, including boring, trenching, and related tasks; * Operate and locate ...

Drill Operator

FL · On-site

$250 - $300/day

Operate Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) machines for underground cable installation; * Install underground utilities, including boring, trenching, and related tasks; * Operate and locate ...

Sales Associate (Part Time)

Cape Coral, FL · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Operate, assist with, or be assigned to hazardous power-driven machinery, including: * Forklifts / powered industrial trucks * Motorized pallet jacks * Motorized conveyors * Trash compactors and ...

Finish Grade Dirt Foreman

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$29.25 - $35.50/hr

Operate and supervise the operation of heavy equipment such as dozers, graders, skid steers, and GPS-enabled machinery. * Ensure correct elevations, slopes, and grades are achieved per project ...

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How much do machine operate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine operate in Fort Myers, FL is $16.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $18.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Machine Operate vs Equipment Operator?

AspectMachine OperateEquipment Operator
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma and on-the-job training or certificationsSimilar credentials, often includes certifications for specific equipment
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plants, construction sitesConstruction sites, industrial facilities, warehouses
Industry UsageManufacturing, construction, logisticsConstruction, mining, transportation
Job FocusOperating machinery to produce goods or perform tasksDriving, maneuvering, and operating heavy equipment

Both Machine Operate and Equipment Operator roles involve operating machinery in industrial or construction settings. While they share similar credentials and work environments, Equipment Operator often emphasizes driving and maneuvering large equipment, whereas Machine Operate may focus more on operating specific machines for manufacturing or processing tasks.

What cities near Fort Myers, FL are hiring for Machine Operate jobs?

Cities near Fort Myers, FL with the most Machine Operate job openings:

Infographic showing various Machine Operate job openings in Fort Myers, FL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,306 per year, or $17 per hour.

Experienced Laborer/Operator/Foreman/Office/Shop (Pavement Markings)

Mc Shea Contracting

Fort Myers, FL • On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

Looking to fill all positions in multiple branch location located throughout the state of Florida.
In our Laborer/Operator positions, the following duties will be performed:
DUTIES:
With training and oversight provided, you will performing all duties related to the pavement marking process Including but not limited to driving and operating of Thermoplastic Trucks, Paint Trucks, TMA Trucks, and other Pavement Marking equipment.
  • Properly load and unload materials from trucks and trailers by hand and forklift
  • Operate large and small vehicles
  • Effectively Operate the following Vehicles/Equipment: hand machines, fork lift, hand grinder, 3M hand-tape machine, 3M adhesive applicator and hand-roller tamper cart.
  • Install Preformed Thermo
  • Follow all Safety Policies and Procedures
  • All other duties as assigned

Working Conditions
  • Regularly required to stand/walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop; and kneel, crouch or crawl
  • Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds
  • Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions; moving equipment and machinery parts; moving traffic, and fumes and airborne particles
  • Noise level of the work environment is usually moderate/loud

Requirements
  • Valid Drivers License and Clean MVR

Travel
  • Overnight travel can be required and can extend up to a week, with little to no notice.
  • You may be asked to work around the state of Florida, not just in the Wellington and surrounding areas.

Preferred
  • CDL A or B License Holder

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