Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Worth, TX

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the construction industry operates large machinery, such as bulldozers, excavators, and cranes, which are utilized for construction projects. Their key responsibilities include maneuvering heavy equipment safely and efficiently, performing basic maintenance checks, and ensuring the machinery is in good working order. They are essential to the construction process as they clear and grade land, excavate earth, lift heavy materials, and perform other tasks that require specialized equipment. They also should have a thorough understanding of safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents on the job site.

Potential Heavy Equipment Operators should possess excellent hand-eye coordination, physical stamina, technical skills, and mechanical knowledge. They should also understand how to read blueprints and topographic maps. It's crucial for them to have certification from a recognized heavy equipment operator training school, and some states may require a commercial driver's license (CDL). Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Construction Laborer, Forklift Operator, or Truck Driver. These positions can provide valuable experience in the construction industry, and help individuals gain familiarity with different types of machinery.

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Heavy Equipment Operator- Street Services

  • Flower Mound, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Flower Mound, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Heavy Equipment Operator- Street Services Salary $46,737.60 Annually Location Flower Mound TX 75028, TX Job Type Full Time Regular Job Number 2025-39 Department Public Works Division Street Services...

Compost Equipment Operator- 2nd Shift

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago

12:00am Pay Range: $22.00-$24.00 per hour DOE About the role: An Equipment Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining various types of heavy machinery and equipment used in construction, excavation...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Locations Across DFW

  • Grapevine, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Grapevine, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Magnolia Berwyn is actively seeking skilled Heavy Equipment Operators in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area. At Magnolia Berwyn, we go beyond traditional staffing....

High Reach Forklift Operator- 3rd Shift

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

Use stand-up reach forklift to move products, equipment, and materials while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Put...

Warehouse Forklift Operator (Sun-Wed)

  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator (Sun-Wed) Job Category: Ind Contributor-NonExempt Requisition Number: WAREH019052 Posting Details Posted: April 11, 2025 Full-Time Rate: $20.20 USD per hour Locations...

Senior Mobile Equipment Operator

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 days ago

TrinityRail is hiring a Senior Mobile Equipment Operator at our Fort Worth, TX plant. Our products are an integral part of the supply chain that helps fuel our lives and our economy. Over the last...

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR IV - Pct. 1 Commissioner

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 7 days ago

Proficient in the operation of complex and specialized heavy construction equipment involved in the maintenance and construction of County roads and city projects. POSITIONS MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME...

Directional Drill Operator

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 7 days ago

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Then you may have found your next career move. We’re looking for Directional Drill Operators, based out of Fort Worth, TX, to join our team and...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Company: US1142 Buckhead Meat of Dallas, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 75237 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay...

Forklift Operator

  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Company: US1142 Buckhead Meat of Dallas, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 75237 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay...

Material Handler/FORKLIFT OPERATOR (Roanoke, TX)

  • Roanoke, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Roanoke, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Operator Location: 400 North Hwy 377, Roanoke, TX 76262 Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour Job Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt (Hourly) About Us AHI Supply is a leading manufacturer and supplier of...

Heavy Equipment Operator - 7782

  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 11 days ago

trucks, water trucks....

Career Mobile Equipment Operator

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 11 days ago

TrinityRail Maintenance Services is searching for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Mobile Equipment Operator in our Fort Worth, TX facility. As a Mobile Equipment...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Duties include operating, maintaining, inspecting and performing minor repairs on machines and equipment such as dump trucks, excavators, loaders, track loaders, and HydroVac machine in accordance with...

Equipment Operator

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 15 days ago

responsible for operating the bull dozer and haul truck, and maintaining various types of heavy machinery to include a skid steer, track loader, excavator and wheel loader equipment used in construction, excavation...

Demographic Data for Fort Worth, TX

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Fort Worth, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.3%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Bachelor's Degree
10.2%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.1%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Fort Worth, TX
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%


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