Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Corpus Christi, TX

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the landscaping industry operates large machinery used in the construction and maintenance of landscapes. Their duties may include grading terrain, hauling materials, digging holes for planting, and other tasks where heavy machinery is needed. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of equipment, typically including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes. They also perform routine inspections and maintenance on the machinery, ensuring it is in good working condition.

Important skills for a Heavy Equipment Operator include mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. A high school diploma is usually required, along with a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a certification in heavy equipment operations. This certification can be obtained through trade schools or community colleges. Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer or a Landscape Worker, which provide relevant experiences like operating smaller machinery, understanding of landscape designs and plans, and familiarity with the industry's safety requirements.

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Yard Crewmember/ Forklift Operator

  • Aransas Pass, TX (17 miles from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aransas Pass, TX (17 miles from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Time Type : Part time Role Details : Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $15 / HR Job Location: 2118 West Wheeler Avenue, Aransas Pass, TX 78336 Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist...

Tractor Operator - Corpus Christi, TX

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 5 days ago

Other duties may include: weed eating, edging, mowing, tree trimming, and hedging....

Plant Loader Operator

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 8 days ago

Anderson Columbia is accepting resumes for Loader Operators at our Hot Mix Plants. Monday - Friday ( Some Saturdays ) Full Time Position. Pay scale – $18 - $21 / HR DOE* Job Requirements 1-2...

Crane Operator (Corpus Christi, Tx)

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 8 days ago

$41.50 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Nueces County $17.27 - $25.80 Per hour Crane Operator (Corpus Christi, Tx) H & S CONSTRUCTORS INC Occupation: Operating Engineers and...

Crane Operator

  • Gregory, TX (11 miles from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Gregory, TX (11 miles from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 16 days ago

SUMMARY Operates various power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials. May operate all or some of the follow types of equipment: backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, font-end...

Forklift Operator

  • Gregory, TX (11 miles from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 22 days ago
  • Gregory, TX (11 miles from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 22 days ago

SUMMARY Operates various power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials. May operate all or some of the follow types of equipment: backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, font-end...

Crane Operator (Ingleside)

  • Ingleside, TX (12 miles from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ingleside, TX (12 miles from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in San Patricio County $19.18 - $26.70 Per hour Crane Operator (Ingleside) Jole Enterprise LLC Occupation: Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment...

Crane Operator - REPCON

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Corpus Christi, TX

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Corpus Christi, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.5%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.9%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Corpus Christi, 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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