Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Texas
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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- VALLEY INTN'L COLD STG
- Harlingen, TX
- 6 days ago
- VALLEY INTN'L COLD STG
- Harlingen, TX
- 6 days ago
SUMMARY: Responsible for maintaining building and equipment integrity, locations, picking orders, loading and unloading trucks, inventory control and accuracy. Responsible for food safety, quality...
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)...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Job ID: 509757 Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement...
This position is responsible for operating a motor grader in the maintenance of county roadways. Performs daily check of tires and fluid levels on equipment; performs minor repairs and maintenance...
Yard Crewmember/Forklift Operator (Assist customers in the lumberyard)
- Universal City, TX
- 4 hours ago
- Universal City, TX
- 4 hours ago
Time Type : Part time Role Details : Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $17/HR Job Location: 1025 Kitty Hawk Road Universal City, TX 78148 Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist customers in...
$7.25 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Maverick County $10.48 - $15.41 Per hour Forklift Operator ALL EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS LLC Occupation: Industrial Truck and Tractor...
$11.00 Per Hour Position range in Maverick County $14.21 - $21.56 Per hour Forklift Operator - Eagle Pass (5) PeopleReady, Inc. Occupation: Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment...
Overview The Pictswet in Monte Alto Texas is looking for experienced forklift operators to join our team. Forklift operators will drive electric powered or propane forklift equipped with lifting...
Cold Storage Stand-Up Forklift Operator - Fort Worth, TX
- Haltom City, TX
- 8 hours ago
- Haltom City, TX
- 8 hours ago
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been...
Forklift Operator El Paso, TX 79936 Employment Type: Temp Job Function: Light Industrial Job ID: 130026 Pay Range: $15 / hour Job Description Electronics company located in east El Paso is looking...
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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.
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Heavy Equipment Operators in Texas offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Heavy Equipment Operator position
- Inventory Management
- Math
- Scanning
- Logistics
- Paving
- Filing
- Policy Development
- Affirmative Action
- Supply Chain
- Warehouse Management
- Material Handling
- Sorting
- Shipping and Receiving
- Housekeeping
- Cycle Counting
- Stacking
- Warehouse Management System
- Packing
- Distribution
- Regulations
- Picking & Packing
- Bulldozer Operator
- Military Background
- Pallet Jack
- Reverse Logistics
- Staging
- Excavation
- Drug Testing
- Backhoe Operator
- Crane Operator
- Inspections
- Excavate
- Shrink Wrapping
- LTL
- Order Fulfillment
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Reimbursement
- NCCCO
- NCCCO Certified
- Raw Materials
- Telescopic Boom Crane
- Motor Grader Operator
- Palletizing
- RF Scanner
- Concrete
- Shipping
- Quality Control Inspection
- Loading & Unloading
- Forklift Operator
- Forklift
- Stand Up Reach Forklift
- Background Checks
- Driving
- High School Diploma
- English
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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