Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Texas

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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Night Shift Dozer Operator

  • Ennis, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Ennis, TX
  • 5 days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Night Shift Pit Loader Operator

  • Sealy, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Sealy, TX
  • 23 days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Day Shift Yard Loader Operator

  • Clifton, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Clifton, TX
  • 23 days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Night Shift Yard Loader Operator

  • Chico, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chico, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Night Shift Loader Operator

  • Rosser, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rosser, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Dozer Operator

  • Coleman, TX
  • moments ago
  • Coleman, TX
  • moments ago

Requisition ID: 168242 Position Summary Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material....

Loader Operator

  • Coleman, TX
  • moments ago
  • Coleman, TX
  • moments ago

Requisition ID: 168223 Position Summary Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material....

Production Equipment Operator- 2nd Shift

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Overview This is a steel production equipment operator position responsible for properly reading and executing work orders to timely meet customer requirements. This non-exempt (hourly) position...

Excavator Operator Journeyman

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Requisition ID: 168185 Position Summary Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material....

Pinnington - 1014 - Operator Equipment - Medium - Mechanical

  • Jacksboro, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Jacksboro, TX
  • 6 hours ago

.); to excavate, move and/or grade material. Key Responsibilities....

Senior Equipment Operator (Public Works Operations)

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing skilled and lead work operating one of several types of heavy equipment used to excavate, load, transfer, or move dirt, gravel, or other material...

Backhoe Operator

  • Mission, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • Mission, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Backhoe operator able to level and dig with a minimum of 5 years experience. Work week Mon-Fri from 7:00 to 5:30. (Text -Name, where you are from, and job experience to ...)...

Crane Operator - REPCON

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Crane operators must have industrial crane operating experience in a petrochemical or related industrial fabrication facility. Responsibilities may include: Operating crane under supervision,...

Material Handler - Equipment Operator

  • Irving, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 13 hours ago

DC-LancasterThe Material Handler - Equipment Operator may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process Inbound and/or Outbound freight...

Backhoe Operator

  • Navasota, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Navasota, TX
  • 16 hours ago

The career field for Equipment Operator includes, but may not be limited to, the following positions: Equipment Operator (Grade and Pave Crew), Heavy Equipment Operator, Roller Operator (Self-Propelled...

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Heavy Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Texas

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Texas offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.2%
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 Texas
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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