Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Nebraska

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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Heavy Equipment Operator- $2,500 Hiring Bonus

  • Broken Bow, NE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Broken Bow, NE
  • 5 hours ago

This person will be responsible for: Operating various equipment such as loaders, articulated dump trucks, tractors, skid steers, dirt scrapers, grader, and dozers in a safe manner....

Equipment Operator and Underground Pipe Laborer

  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago

Eriksen Construction is seeking construction underground pipe laborers and equipment operators needed for work in Lincoln. Wages start at $23 per hour minimum and go up from there with experience....

Warehouse Overhead Crane Operator

  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago

Summary: The overhead crane operator is responsible for pulling slab orders accurately and safely. This task will be performed using the overhead cranes. Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM...

Utility Equipment Operator I - Wastewater

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 6 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 6 days ago

Lincoln Wastewater System is one of 11 divisions in the City of Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) Department. The LTU team provides transit, transportation, and utilities services...

Equipment Operator - Streets

  • Grand Island, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 7 days ago

Operate equipment such as front-end loaders, motor graders, snow plows, sand trucks, dump trucks, backhoes, street sweepers, bucket trucks, tractors with various attachments, chippers, sewer flushers...

Crane Operator

  • South Sioux City, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • South Sioux City, NE
  • 7 days ago

Description: Assembles and installs supporting structures, rigging, hoist and pulling gear Attaches load to rigging to provide support or prepare for moving using hand and power tools Connects...

Forklift Operator- Weekly Pay

  • Omaha, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 7 days ago

Forklift Operator- Weekly Pay- Start ASAP Location: Omaha, NE Type: Full- Time Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 am- 4:30 pm Compensation: $18.50/hour Who We Are: Our company is seeking a reliable and...

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

  • Blair, NE
  • 8 days ago
  • Blair, NE
  • 8 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...

Transportation Equipment Operator II - 3rd Shift

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 10 days ago

The Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) team provides transit, transportation and utilities services year-round to the citizens of Lincoln. Nearly 600 team members make up LTU. We fuel the...

Construction Worker/Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 10 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description If you're looking for a job ASAP and have experience in excavators, dozers, track loaders and or scrapers, then this is the position for you!...

Equipment Operator - Landfill

  • Grand Island, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 11 days ago

Operate equipment such as front-end loaders, motor graders, landfill compactors, earth moving scrapers, bulldozers, snow plows, sand trucks, dump trucks, backhoes, box blades, trenchers, bucket trucks...

Forklift Operator

  • Omaha, NE
  • 12 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 12 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

SIMON Mobile Equipment Operator

  • Ogallala, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • Ogallala, NE
  • 14 days ago

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with...

Equipment Operator

  • Fremont, NE
  • 17 days ago
  • Fremont, NE
  • 17 days ago

trucks, and front-end loaders....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Martell, NE
  • 19 days ago
  • Martell, NE
  • 19 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operators who are ready to hit the ground running on exciting commercial construction projects in the Lincoln area....

Demographic Data for Nebraska

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Nebraska

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Nebraska offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.4%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Bachelor's Degree
10.3%
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 Nebraska
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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