Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Denton, 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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Forklift Operator

  • VSSI, llc
  • Lewisville, TX (16 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 14 hours ago
  • VSSI, llc
  • Lewisville, TX (16 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 14 hours ago

Shift Hours : Monday-Thursday 6 am- 4:30 pm Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm Friday-Sunday: Friday: 8am-8:30pm, Saturday-Sunday : 6am-6:30pm Compensation : $18–$25 per hour, depending on experience (DOE)...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • The Colony, TX (17 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 17 hours ago
  • The Colony, TX (17 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 17 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $20.2 - $23.7 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Grapevine, TX (20 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grapevine, TX (20 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Forklift Operator

  • Denton, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Denton, TX
  • 7 days ago

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good - protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of...

Forklift Operator (Inbound) 1st shift

  • Northlake, TX (7 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Northlake, TX (7 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 8 days ago

PURPOSE OF POSITION This job involves having a thorough knowledge of all distribution center functions and procedures. Putaway driver must ensure product is place in the right lane/location. MAJOR...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Carrollton, TX (23 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (23 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a stand up forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Loader Operator

  • Denton, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Denton, TX
  • 9 days ago

Summary We are seeking a best in class Front End Loader with a strong work ethic and desire to be an integral part of an effective team. The ideal candidate has a natural ability to roll with the...

Forklift Operator

  • Coppell, TX (20 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Coppell, TX (20 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 10 days ago

DPWorld delivers tailored, scalable and progressive solutions to customers in more than 100 global locations. The company has managed supply chain synergies for global automotive and technology...

Material Handler/FORKLIFT OPERATOR (Roanoke, TX)

  • Roanoke, TX (14 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Roanoke, TX (14 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Operator Location: 400 North Hwy 377, Roanoke, TX 76262 Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour Job Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt (Hourly) About Us AHI Supply is a leading manufacturer and supplier of...

Loader Operator

  • Denton, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Denton, TX
  • 10 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

  • Carrollton, TX (23 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (23 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Do you have experience operating a Sitdown Forklift, Reach Truck, or Cherry Picker? If so we want to hear from you! Staffmark is hiring a Forklift Operator in Carrollton, TX, and we're excited to...

Forklift Operator I

  • Flower Mound, TX (13 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Flower Mound, TX (13 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required....

Forklift Operator - Outbound (Dock Stocker) 1st shift

  • Northlake, TX (7 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Northlake, TX (7 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 13 days ago

Job Description: Forklift Operator Dock Stockers - Shipping Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Sorter

  • Sanger, TX (10 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sanger, TX (10 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Relogistics is part of the largest pallet management services company in North America! We provide end-to-end pallet solutions, from supply to retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and...

Forklift Operator

  • Northlake, TX (7 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Northlake, TX (7 miles from Denton, TX)
  • 16 days ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. As the worlds leading contract logistics provider, we believe in doing the right thing,...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Denton, 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 Denton, 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 Denton, 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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