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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Crane Operator

  • Belgrade, MT
  • moments ago
  • Belgrade, MT
  • moments ago

Allied Concrete is seeking highly skilled and safety-conscious Crane Operators to join our dynamic team. A Crane Operator at Allied Concrete is responsible for operating a Knuckle Boom crane to...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • MT
  • 4 hours ago
  • MT
  • 4 hours ago

Job Profile Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator Department: Construction Reports To: VP Construction Employment Status: Full-time (Non-Exempt) Primary Location: Yellowstone National Park Compensation...

Loader Operator

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

Loader Operator (Belgrade, MT) compensation: $30/hr range Depending on Experience employment type: job title: Loader Operator Loader Operator needed for Asphalt plant. Drug testing required....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Glasgow, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Glasgow, MT
  • 1 day ago

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORClassification: SeasonalCompensation: Prevailing Wage or comparableWork Location: Glasgow, MT areaPosition Objective:The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating...

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...

Operator for screening & grinding. Wheel Loader Operator.

  • Missoula, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 1 day ago

Looking to hire another Screen/Tub Grinder operator. Daily tasks, loading the screen plant/ grinder with material and pushing away with the machine. Loading trucks and pushing up piles....

DeAtley Crushing Service is currently interviewing for heavy equipment operators and entry level laborers to join our team....

Heavy Equipment Operators

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 1 day ago

Hoffmans is seeking reliable and motivated Heavy Equipment Operators to join our company....

Loader Operator

  • Belgrade, MT
  • 2 days ago
  • Belgrade, MT
  • 2 days ago

Loader Operator needed for Asphalt plant. Drug testing required. Competitive wage depending on experience. Please include your phone number when replying to this ad.

CDL Crane Operator (Billings, MT)

  • Billings, MT
  • 2 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 2 days ago

Sterling Crane LLC As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathaway youll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a...

Equipment Operator

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

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding work environment? Lewis and Clark County Public Works is hiring for an Equipment Operator to work in the Bridge Division. Under general supervision of the...

Equipment Operator

  • Lewistown, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Lewistown, MT
  • 3 days ago

Full Time position, with seasonal layoffs, usually only when/if ground is hard-frozen (Typically Feb - Mar)WAGE: $25/hr or more depending on experience and skillsMost construction jobs will be...

Laborers And Heavy Equipment Operators Needed

  • Columbia Falls, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia Falls, MT
  • 3 days ago

level job title: laborer and operator Laborers and heavy equipment operators needed for exciting projects in the Flathead Valley!...

Ag Equipment Operator

  • Kremlin, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Kremlin, MT
  • 3 days ago

Temporary full time position from 6/20/2025 to 10/01/2025.Agricultural employee is required to work with many different types of farm machinery harvesting. Worker will be required to drive and...

Laborers And Heavy Equipment Operators Needed

  • Columbia Falls, MT
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia Falls, MT
  • 4 days ago

Laborers and heavy equipment operators needed for exciting projects in the Flathead Valley! Competitive pay dependent upon experience. We excavate, drill, blast, crush....

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
48.6%
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 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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