Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Odessa, 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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Crane Operator

  • Odessa, TX (12 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Odessa, TX (12 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 6 hours 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...

Backhoe Operator

  • Midland, TX (19 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Midland, TX (19 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 2 days ago

BACKHOE OPERATOR Must have a general knowledge of digging and especially around other in ground utilities. Must have dependable transportation and good driving record. Bring recent MVR to the...

Forklift Operator

  • Odessa, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 2 days ago

Do you want to be on the cutting edge of the clean energy and climate tech industry? Are you excited about the intersection of renewable energy and the circular economy? We are too. And that's why...

Yard Crewmember/Forklift Operator (Starting Pay: $16.50/hour)

  • Odessa, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 7 days ago

Time Type : Part time Role Details : Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $18/HR Job Location: 1131 West 42nd Street Odessa, TX 79764 Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist customers in the...

Forklift Operator

  • Odessa, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 8 days ago

Overview COMPANY OVERVIEW MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $2 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building...

Loader Operator - 1219

  • Midland, TX (19 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Midland, TX (19 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Help us build a better tomorrow.**Overview**Location: Pyote, TXSeeking an Individual to perform various duties at an aggregate plant facility including equipment operation, welding, and other...

Crane Operator

  • Odessa, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 11 days ago

ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture. OUR PURPOSE To acknowledge and glorify God by...

Crane Operator

  • Notrees, TX (21 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Notrees, TX (21 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Building on our past. Ready for the future Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create...

Yard Crewmember/ Forklift Operator

  • Midland, TX (19 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Midland, TX (19 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Time Type : Part time Role Details : Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $18 / HR Job Location: 3112 West Front Avenue, Midland, TX 79701 Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist customers in...

Distribution Yard Crewmember/ Forklift Operator

  • Midland, TX (19 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Midland, TX (19 miles from Odessa, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Time Type : Full time Role Details : Time Type: Full Time Starting Pay: $18 / HR Job Location: 3001 W. Kentucky Ave., Midland, TX 79701 Job Summary: The Distribution Yard Crewmember is responsible...

Forklift Operator

  • Odessa, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 19 days ago

Overview Our corporate headquarters is seeking a Forklift Operator for our Triple-S Steel West, TX location. Responsibilities Follow Triple-S safe methods of work at all times, and immediately...

Excavator Operator

  • Odessa, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 28 days ago

Excavator Operator at Sundt Construction, Inc. Excavator Operator at Sundt Construction, Inc. in Odessa, Texas Posted in General Business 1 day ago. Type: Full-Time Job Description: JOB...

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

  • Odessa, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 30+ days ago

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 same...

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