Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Mesquite, 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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Night Shift Loader Operator

  • Rosser, TX (23 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rosser, TX (23 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Forklift Operator

  • Carrollton, TX (20 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Carrollton, TX (20 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 2 hours ago

Join the Acme Brick Family FORKLIFT OPERATOR FLSA Status: Non-exempt Acme Brick Company (a Berkshire Hathaway Company) is an organization of professionals in the manufacturing and building...

Sit-Down Doublewide Forklift Operator

  • Lancaster, TX (12 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, TX (12 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Are you looking to boost your income and join a company that supplies the soda products we all love? Staffmark is hiring experienced Sit-Down Doublewide Forklift Operators to work with a renowned...

Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Wilmer, TX (12 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmer, TX (12 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing...

Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Wilmer, TX (12 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmer, TX (12 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Signature Retail Services is currently seeking a full-time Warehouse Forklift Operator to assist with product quality control and inspection to join our team! In this vital role, you will be...

Warehouse Puller/Forklift Operator

  • Grand Prairie, TX (21 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (21 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Pollo Regio has openings for warehouse workers in our Distribution center/warehouse. We are seeking for committed individuals who enjoys working in a team environment with a growing company....

Loader Operator Dallas

  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Description Austin Bridge & Road is currently seeking experienced Loader Operator for Dallas Are, Texas construction projects. We excel at what we do and are looking for talented construction...

Dockworker/Forklift Operator (DFW)

  • Grand Prairie, TX (21 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (21 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Overview XGS warehouse dockworkers are responsible for loading and unloading freight by hand or by using a pallet jack/forklift, sorting product, and ensuring that trailers are properly and...

Forklift Operator - Full-Time - Night Shift

  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 1 day 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...

Forklift Operator, Distribution Center

  • Grand Prairie, TX (21 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (21 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 2 days ago

NOW HIRING!!!! FORKLIFT OPERATOR!!! The available shifts are: 6:00 am- until completed| Putaway department 9:00 am- until completed | Putaway department An Equipment Operator is responsible for...

Excavator Operator

  • Crandall, TX (15 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Crandall, TX (15 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Carrollton, TX (20 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (20 miles from Mesquite, 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

  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (10 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 2 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

Cherry Picker Forklift Operator

  • Grand Prairie, TX (21 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (21 miles from Mesquite, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Aerotek Cherry Picker Forklift Operator in Grand Prairie , Texas Cherry Picker forklift operator. Pay Rate - $18/HR. - Hiring Immediately. Job Description: Receiving, scanning, picking, packing,...

Demographic Data for Mesquite, TX

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