Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Montana

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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Equipment Operator - Front End Loader

  • Columbia Falls, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia Falls, MT
  • 1 day ago

Stoltze is hiring for a front end loader operator to run our dirt by-product classifier....

Crane Operator - Per Diem Offered

  • Belgrade, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Belgrade, MT
  • 1 day ago

Crane Operator - Per Diem Offered Belgrade, Montana - Posted on May 30, 2025 Published By Roger Pimentel Trillium Construction is now looking for a NCCCO certified crane operator to operate a...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Helena, MT
  • 2 days ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 2 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator - Now Hiring!...

Equipment Operator

  • Greenough, MT
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenough, MT
  • 2 days ago

Position: The heavy equipment operator operates a variety of medium to heavy equipment and trucks used in construction, maintenance and repair activities and performs a variety of tasks associated with...

Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver/Equipment Operator - Forsyth

  • Forsyth, MT
  • 2 days ago
  • Forsyth, MT
  • 2 days ago

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Maintenance Technician in the Forsyth Section. This position performs a variety of work as a laborer, lead worker, equipment...

Bull Dozer Operator Journeyman

  • Lewistown, MT
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewistown, MT
  • 4 days ago

Requisition ID: 171237** **Position Summary** Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material....

Equipment Operator

  • Great Falls, MT
  • 4 days ago
  • Great Falls, MT
  • 4 days ago

Responsible for understanding, upholding, and promoting the Everus 4EVER Strategy. Employees | Value | Execution | Relationships JOB SUMMARY Responsible for the day-to-day operation of company...

Maintenance Worker/Equipment Operator - Street/Traffic

  • Billings, MT
  • 8 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 8 days ago

Maintenance Worker/Equipment Operator - Street/Traffic Salary See Position Description Location Billings, MT 59101 Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202500115 Department Public Works Department...

Ag Equipment Operator

  • Judith Gap, MT
  • 8 days ago
  • Judith Gap, MT
  • 8 days ago

Temporary full-time position from 8/16/2025 to 5/31/2026 Worker will be required to perform a variety of duties found in SOC Code 45-2091 Agricultural Equipment Operator such as: Work with many...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Lolo, MT
  • 10 days ago
  • Lolo, MT
  • 10 days ago

at Hart Ventures Inc. in Lolo, Montana, United States Job Description A-1 Fire Services is seeking to hire a HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR for wildland fire season,to operate Skidgen and FMC Soft Tracks....

Heavy Equipment Operator - Aggregate

  • Billings, MT
  • 10 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 10 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator - Aggregates | Croell, Inc. Founded in 1968 in a small town in Northeast Iowa, Croell, Inc. has quickly expanded into an industry leader across central North America....

Equipment Operator

  • Eureka, MT
  • 10 days ago
  • Eureka, MT
  • 10 days ago

Seeking operators for excavators and/or dozers. Must be able and available to travel. Please call for more information.

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Maintenance Technician in Boulder. This position performs a variety of work as a laborer, lead worker, equipment operator, and truck driver...

Ag Equipment Operator

  • Wolf Point, MT
  • 12 days ago
  • Wolf Point, MT
  • 12 days ago

Temporary full time from 7/14/2025 - 11/1/2025 Load and unload crops or containers of materials, manually or using conveyors, handtrucks, forklifts, or transfer augers. Mix specified materials or...

Fiber optic equipment operator

  • Lolo, MT
  • 12 days ago
  • Lolo, MT
  • 12 days ago

Full time Fiber optic operator is responsible for running equipment, installation, maintenance and repair of fiber optic cables and related infrastructure. The role includes underground cable...

Demographic Data for Montana

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Montana

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Montana offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.5%
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
0.3%

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