Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Provo, UT

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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Loader Operator Beef Hollow

  • Draper, UT (20 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Draper, UT (20 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading. Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging....

Forklift Operator

  • Bluffdale, UT (21 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bluffdale, UT (21 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 2 days ago

Join Sunroc as a Forklift Operator -- Build Your Career Today!**Looking for an opportunity to grow? As a Forklift Operator at Sunroc, you'll safely and efficiently handle materials, build loads,...

Pile Buck/ Pile Driver

  • Draper, UT (20 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Draper, UT (20 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 2 days ago

Pile Buck responsibilities and abilities include but are not limited to the list below. Examines blueprints to determine dimensions of structure and jobsite layout. Lays out worksite as needed....

Heavy Equipment Operator 1

  • Provo, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • Provo, UT
  • 4 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator 1Heavy Equipment Operator 1 is responsible for proper sorting, bailing and shipping of materials, collection of recycling, secure document management, training and supervision...

Crushing Plant Loader/Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Eagle Mountain, UT (14 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Eagle Mountain, UT (14 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details Job Location: Talons Cove - Eagle Mountain, UT Salary Range: Undisclosed Description Hiring in Tooele, Salt Lake, and Utah Counties! Pay: $17.50 per hour DOE Schedule: Full time,...

Loader Operator

  • Lehi, UT (14 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lehi, UT (14 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details Job Location: Hadco Corporate - Lehi, UT Salary Range: Undisclosed Description Qualifications

Load Builder - Forklift Operator

  • Spanish Fork, UT (12 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Spanish Fork, UT (12 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 9 days ago

Load Builder - Forklift Operator Builders FirstSource - 3.5 Spanish Fork, UT Job Details Full-time $17 - $20 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits On-the-job training Qualifications Spanish High school...

Aggregate Equipment Operator - Spanish Fork

  • Spanish Fork, UT (12 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Spanish Fork, UT (12 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 12 days ago

Overview Join Sunrocs Aggregates Team as an Equipment Operator! Ready to work with a leader in the construction materials industry? Sunroc is hiring Equipment Operators with experience in loaders,...

Loader Operator

  • Eagle Mountain, UT (14 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Eagle Mountain, UT (14 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 13 days ago

Operator heavy equipment to excavate, move, load and grade earth, rock, gravel or other materials in a safe manner....

Equipment Operator II

  • Provo, UT
  • 16 days ago
  • Provo, UT
  • 16 days ago

trucks, loaders, and other specialized vehicles, to support Utah County's construction, maintenance, and emergency operations....

Equipment Operator/ Laborer

  • Draper, UT (20 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 16 days ago
  • Draper, UT (20 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 16 days ago

Responsible for safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading. Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging....

Equipment Operator II

  • Provo, UT (6 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 17 days ago
  • Provo, UT (6 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 17 days ago

trucks, loaders, and other specialized vehicles, to support Utah Countys construction, maintenance, and emergency operations....

Motor Grader Operator

  • Draper, UT (20 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Draper, UT (20 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 18 days ago

Efficiently operate heavy equipment including Haul Tuck, Water Truck, Dump Truck, Dredge, Track Hoe, Frontend Loader, and Skid Steer Loader, assisting foreperson and/or crew members as needed as requested...

Streets Equipment Operator l or ll

  • Springville, UT (13 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 22 days ago
  • Springville, UT (13 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 22 days ago

. | | | | SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES | | | | Knowledge of operation and maintenance of back hoe, forklift | | (certified), loader, roller, tractor, dump trucks, snowplow (500 | | hours experience...

Production Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Springville, UT (13 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springville, UT (13 miles from Provo, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

Admiral Beverage believes in investing in its people, business partners, and communities, to continually grow and offer the best products and services in the region. With the strength of a large...

Demographic Data for Provo, UT

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Provo, UT

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Provo, UT 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 Provo, UT
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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