Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in El Paso, 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 1st Shift Irrigation

  • El Paso, TX
  • moments ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • moments ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator - Consumer and Irrigation Distribution Center Location: El Paso, TX Shift: 1st Shift Pay: $12.50 Job Description: Adecco is currently hiring Forklift Operators for a...

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift Irrigation

  • El Paso, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator - Consumer and Irrigation Distribution Center Location: El Paso, TX Shift: 2nd Shift 12:00 PM to 8 PM or 2:30 PM to 11 PM Pay: 13.50 Job Description: Adecco is...

Crane Operator

  • Santa Teresa, NM (10 miles from El Paso, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Teresa, NM (10 miles from El Paso, TX)
  • 1 day ago

As a Crane Operator at Steel Technologies, your main responsibility is to operate a crane to lift and move materials, equipment and/or products. Your detail and attentiveness are critical to...

730001 - Forklift Operator (3rd shift)

  • El Paso, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 4 days ago

West side Company looking for FORKLIFT DRIVER 3RD shift 11pm-7am @ $13.50 Key Responsibilities : 2 years experience needed!!! Operate forklift-sit down, Unload Materials from pallets, basic daily...

Stand Up Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • El Paso, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 9 days ago

Our client, in El Paso TX is seeking a Stand up Forklift Operator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have warehouse experience, material handling and packing which will align...

Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 12 days ago

Northeast Company looking for a Forklift Stand-up Certified Operator Mon-Fri 3pm-1:30am Key Responsibilities: Operate industrial forklift truck to perform material handling assignments. Identify...

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

  • El Paso, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 19 days ago

Job Description 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...

Material Handler - Forklift Operator - Hiring Immediately

  • El Paso, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 21 days ago

Material Handler - Forklift Operator - Hiring Immediately compensation: Earn between $15 and $18 per hour As a Stand Up Forklift - Material Handler you will: Perform a variety of warehouse and...

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift Consumer

  • El Paso, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 21 days ago

Job Title: Material Handler - Consumer and Irrigation Distribution Center Location: El Paso, TX Shift: 2nd Shift 12:00 PM to 8 PM or 2:30 PM to 11 PM Pay: 13.50 Job Description: Adecco is...

General Laborer - Forklift Operator - Hiring Now

  • El Paso, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 26 days ago

General Laborer - Forklift Operator - Hiring Now compensation: Earn between $15 and $18 per hour As a Forklift Operator you will: Load and unload freight weighing up to 50lbs. Move product to...

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • El Paso, TX
  • 27 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 27 days ago

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift Warehouse $ 13.25 - $ 13.50 / Hour location_on El Paso, Texas work_outline Contract/Temporary FOR JOB favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco now...

Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift operator for 1st shift must be responsible and have a reliable transportation. Must have sit down forklift experience and have forklift certification is a PLUS!

Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Apply for tomorrow’s opportunity today, with Volt Volt is immediately hiring Stand up Forklift - Material Handlers for a global manufacturing company on the west side of El Paso, Tx. As a Stand Up...

Heavy Machine Operator

  • El Paso, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 45+ days ago

We are locally owned, and we are currently looking for Heavy Equipment Operators....

Bulldozer Operator

  • El Paso, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 45+ days ago

., General Educational Development (GED), foreign equivalency, etc.) 2-3 Years Experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator, with 2-3 year of Bulldozer experience and minimum 2-3 years in a construction...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in El Paso, 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 El Paso, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.2%
Bachelor's Degree
25.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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