Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Utah

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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Excavator Operator - SLC

  • Salt Lake, UT
  • 20 hours ago
  • Salt Lake, UT
  • 20 hours ago

Were looking for skilled heavy equipment operators to help us build better communities....

Loader Operator Beef Hollow

  • Draper, UT
  • 20 hours ago
  • Draper, UT
  • 20 hours ago

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

Equipment Operator

  • La Verkin, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • La Verkin, UT
  • 1 day ago

You will be responsible for excavating, moving, grading, erecting structural and reinforcing steel, and pouring concrete or other paving materials.Your responsibilities will include:Adjust hand wheels...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Saint George, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint George, UT
  • 1 day ago

., is looking to hire a Heavy Equipment Operator to work in various civil construction and site development settings, while adhering to all current safety standards....

Tieback & Micropile Drill Operator

  • West Jordan, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • West Jordan, UT
  • 1 day ago

These labor tasks require extensive physical activity including digging ditches and trenches with shovels and picks, backfilling excavations, lubricating and cleaning equipment, organizing construction...

CDL Driver/Equipment Operator

  • West Jordan, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • West Jordan, UT
  • 1 day ago

Keller is actively searching for a qualified driver/heavy equipment operator who possess a current CDL-B or higher license to join our successful geotechnical construction team....

Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

  • West Jordan, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • West Jordan, UT
  • 1 day ago

Keller is actively searching for a qualified heavy equipment operator/laborer to join our successful geotechnical construction team....

CDL-A Local Driver/Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Hyrum, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Hyrum, UT
  • 2 days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

Equipment Operator

  • Logan, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Logan, UT
  • 2 days ago

general supervision, operates small to medium-size motorized equipment and other various pieces of machinery in a variety of activities including water system maintenance.Responsibilities:Operates dump...

Forklift Operator

  • Bluffdale, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Bluffdale, 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Draper, 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....

Aggregates Crushing Equipment Operator

  • Saint George, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint George, UT
  • 3 days ago

Are you a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator who is looking to take your career to the next level with a company that has an outstanding company culture and team atmosphere? If so, keep reading!...

Equipment Operator

  • Redmond, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Redmond, UT
  • 3 days ago

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

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • St George, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • St George, UT
  • 3 days ago

Heavy equipment operators needed to work gravel pits in Southern Utah, St. George area. Need experience operating loaders, dozers, track hoes and excavators....

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...

Demographic Data for Utah

Moving to Utah? Find some basic demographic data about Utah below.


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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Utah

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Utah 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 Utah
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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