Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Frisco, 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 (14 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • VSSI, llc
  • Lewisville, TX (14 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 8 days 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 Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Northlake, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Northlake, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 18 hours ago

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Forklift Operators in Northlake, Texas Warehouse positions pay weekly Hourly Pay: $20.00 per hour Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM,...

Forklift Operator - Outbound (Dock Stocker) 1st shift

  • Northlake, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northlake, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 1 day 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- Outbound (Dock Stocker)- 2nd Shift

  • Northlake, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Northlake, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 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...

Lattice Boom Crane Operator

  • Lewisville, TX (19 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (19 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator Ultimate LLC is immediately hiring a Lattice Boom Crane Operator for a project in the Lewisville, TX area. The pay is up to $40 per hour....

Forklift Operator - Lead

  • Roanoke, TX (24 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roanoke, TX (24 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator - Lead Full TimeManual Labor Roanoake, TX, US +1More Locations 8 days agoRequisition ID:3310 Apply Forklift Lead Shift: Days, 6am- 6pm with rotting days and weekends (2-2-3 work...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Carrollton, TX (16 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (16 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days 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 - Inbound (Reach Truck) 2nd Shift

  • Northlake, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Northlake, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Forklift Operator Reach Truck - Receiving 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 - Outbound 3rd shift

  • Northlake, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Northlake, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 2 days ago

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

Forklift Operator - Full-Time

  • Garland, TX (21 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Garland, TX (21 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator - Full-Time Requisition Id: 378632 Business Unit: LTL Location: Garland, TX, US, 75042 What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at...

Forklift Operator - Full-Time

  • Garland, TX (21 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Garland, TX (21 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 3 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Webber - Excavator Operator - Heavy Civil

  • Wylie, TX (20 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wylie, TX (20 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 4 days ago

About us: Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing...

Webber - Loader Operator - Heavy Civil

  • Wylie, TX (20 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wylie, TX (20 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 4 days ago

About us: Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing...

Webber - Crawler Tractor Bulldozer Operator - Heavy Civil

  • Sanger, TX (24 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sanger, TX (24 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Supervisor: Foreman Job Description: Operates a bulldozer safely to cut ditches, slopes, grades, clear brush, shape, and dress slopes. Essential functions and responsibilities: Operate bull dozer...

Forklift Operator

  • Denton, TX (17 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Denton, TX (17 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 5 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...

Demographic Data for Frisco, TX

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