Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Arkansas

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the construction industry operates large machinery, such as bulldozers, excavators, and cranes, which are utilized for construction projects. Their key responsibilities include maneuvering heavy equipment safely and efficiently, performing basic maintenance checks, and ensuring the machinery is in good working order. They are essential to the construction process as they clear and grade land, excavate earth, lift heavy materials, and perform other tasks that require specialized equipment. They also should have a thorough understanding of safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents on the job site.

Potential Heavy Equipment Operators should possess excellent hand-eye coordination, physical stamina, technical skills, and mechanical knowledge. They should also understand how to read blueprints and topographic maps. It's crucial for them to have certification from a recognized heavy equipment operator training school, and some states may require a commercial driver's license (CDL). Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Construction Laborer, Forklift Operator, or Truck Driver. These positions can provide valuable experience in the construction industry, and help individuals gain familiarity with different types of machinery.

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Asphalt Plant Loader Operator

  • Tontitown, AR
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tontitown, AR
  • 2 hours ago

Job ID: 510316 APAC Central Inc., is a CRH company producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure...

Equipment Operator-Heavy

  • Green Forest, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Green Forest, AR
  • 1 day ago

, pond/reservoir excavation, rough grade/finish grade roadway, underground utility work for various types of heavy civil, industrial, and wind projects....

Apply Job Type Full-time Description The City of Bella Vista, Street department has immediate openings for full-time Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team in maintaining the city's streets and...

Equipment Operator

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Skill in the operation of medium to heavy equipment including the dump truck, roller, street sweeper, mower, bush hog, front-end loader, backhoe, grader, spray truck, and salt spreader....

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

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day 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...

Seasonal Equipment Operator - Street Drainage

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 1 day ago

Seasonal EO - Street Drainage Job Description: The incumbent under the guidance of the Street Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for assisting the maintenance personnel and helping to maintain...

Material Handler-Forklift Operator

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

BlueLinx is looking for a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to assist in our distribution center. Our Material Handlers assist us with safely loading our trucks and unloading our railcars. In our...

Powerhouse Helper/ Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Gurdon, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Gurdon, AR
  • 1 day ago

Georgia Pacific in Gurdon, Arkansas is currently looking for a Powerhouse Helper/Heavy Equipment Operator. This position offers competitive pay....

Equipment Operator - R25019-4599

  • Hazen, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Hazen, AR
  • 2 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipmentincluding forklift, bobcat, backhoe, track hoe, compactor and/or...

Spray Equipment Operator TRAVEL POSITION

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 2 days ago

Spray Equipment Operator | TRAVEL POSITION Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations: Fayetteville, AR Additional Locations: TRAVEL POSITION Work Site: On Site Req ID: 210820 Position...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Doddridge, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Doddridge, AR
  • 3 days ago

General Overview: The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Loader and other Heavy Equipment. This position operates loaders equipped with front-mounted...

Lead Material Handler-Forklift Operator

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago

BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States with over 50,000 branded and private-label SKUs, and a broad distribution footprint...

Construction Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 6 days ago

Job ID: 510113 APAC Central Inc., is a CRH company producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure...

Equipment Operator

  • Hazen, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Hazen, AR
  • 7 days ago

Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including forklift, bobcat, backhoe, track hoe, compactor and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move waste material. Key...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Rogers, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 7 days ago

Hourly Wage: $18.4 - $21.9 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Arkansas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Arkansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.3%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Bachelor's Degree
10.2%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.1%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

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