Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in San Antonio, 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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Industrial Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

Webber - Excavator Operator - Heavy Civil

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

Used for excavating ditches, structures and mass excavations, laying pipe and precast concrete structures, loading trucks and placing rock riprap....

Standup Forklift Operator -3rd Shift - 10pm - 6:30 am - $20.90 per hour

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

As a Warehouse Team Member specializing in forklift operation within our food manufacturing company, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient and safe movement of materials and products...

Heavy Equipment Operator (DCOPS) - Construction

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago

J O B SUMMARY The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for performing a variety of labor duties to include operating and transporting heavy and specialized equipment for the repair, construction,...

MRF Heavy Equipment Operator

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 4 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Operator Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring,...

Forklift Operator, San Antonio

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago

Forklift OperatorSan Antonio, TX## As a forklift operator, you will play a crucial role in our team, ensuring the efficient operation of our production lines and material handling processes. You...

Heavy Equipment Operator Needed ASAP

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 days ago

Commercial sitework contractor is looking for a full time experienced heavy equipment operator for immediate hire....

Heavy Equipment Operator - Finish Blade Operator

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 7 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator - Finish Blade Operator Zachry Construction Corporation - 4.0 San Antonio, TX Job Details Estimated: $43.4K - $55.6K a year 23 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Dozer

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 7 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator - Dozer Zachry Construction Corporation - 4.0 San Antonio, TX Job Details Estimated: $44.5K - $56.4K a year 23 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental...

Excavator Operator - San Antonio TX - Austin Bridge & Road

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 9 days ago

Austin Bridge & Road is currently seeking experienced Excavator O perators in San Antonio TX. We excel at what we do and are looking for talented construction professionals that want to excel with...

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator - 2331492

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 9 days ago

Trucks, and Front-End Loaders....

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 10 days ago

Trucks, and Front-End Loaders....

Crane Operator - 7788

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 11 days ago

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you're not just hiring on at a company, you're joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you'll join a team of people...

Forklift Operator

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 15 days ago

$17.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Bexar County $14.23 - $20.32 Per hour Forklift Operator TRI-STARR PERSONNEL LLC Occupation: Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Mico, TX (23 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Mico, TX (23 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials...

Demographic Data for San Antonio, TX

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, 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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