Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in North Dakota

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- Sanitation

  • Minot, ND
  • 3 hours ago
  • Minot, ND
  • 3 hours ago

The City of Minot is accepting applications for the position of Heavy Equipment Operator in the Sanitation Division of the Public Works Department, with an application deadline of Thursday, September...

Forklift Operator

  • North River, ND
  • 8 hours ago
  • North River, ND
  • 8 hours ago

Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled forklift operator to join our team. This position involves operating a sit-down forklift to manage product movement, including pushing,...

CDL Driver and Crane Operator

  • Watford City, ND
  • 3 days ago
  • Watford City, ND
  • 3 days ago

Ace in the Hole Construction in Watford, ND is hiring experienced CDL drivers and crane operators for oil field service work. We are a small business that values community and family involvement,...

Equipment Operator II (Solid Waste)

  • Fargo, ND
  • 4 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 4 days ago

.; Follows engineered drawings and observes survey stakes when excavating areas in order to make proper cuts and fills and stay within identified work zones; Uses operating skills, learned safe practices...

Streets- Equipment Operator

  • Grand Forks, ND
  • 5 days ago
  • Grand Forks, ND
  • 5 days ago

To perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment for Public Works operations; To perform a variety of routine maintenance and...

Heavy Equipment Operator I-Streets

  • Williston, ND
  • 5 days ago
  • Williston, ND
  • 5 days ago

Equipment Used in Job Performance: Dump trucks, front-end loaders, rollers, sewer jetters, sand spreaders, motor patrols, street sweepers, concrete saws, bucket truck w/ hydraulics, chain saw, tree...

Heavy Equipment Operator/ General Labor - Traveling

  • Bismarck, ND
  • 6 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 6 days ago

About Us Brink Constructors, Inc. is an electrical contractor with over 75 years of experience in high-voltage transmission line and substation erection. With a long and industrious history, our...

Pipeline - Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Williston, ND
  • 7 days ago
  • Williston, ND
  • 7 days ago

Pipeline - Heavy Equipment Operator Salary/Hourly (DOE) : $24 - $30 plus Per Diem Summary/Objective: The Pipeline Equipment Operator will be responsible for overall daily operation and construction....

Excavator Operator (Watford City, ND)

  • Watford City, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • Watford City, ND
  • 8 days ago

Operate excavators to dig trenches, and other excavations following project blueprints and instructions....

Blade/ Motor Grader Operator (Watford City, ND)

  • Watford City, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • Watford City, ND
  • 8 days ago

equipment operator experience Strong mechanic skills Ability to work cooperatively with others Physical strength and endurance to perform all principal duties and responsibilities Responsibilities:...

Dozer Operator (Watford City, ND)

  • Watford City, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • Watford City, ND
  • 8 days ago

Operate dozers and other heavy equipment to perform tasks such as grading, leveling, excavating, and pushing materials....

Scraper Operator (Watford City, ND)

  • Watford City, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • Watford City, ND
  • 8 days ago

These machines are used to excavate, load, and transport earth, rock, and other materials on construction sites....

Badger Wind Crane Operators- North Dakota

  • Wishek, ND
  • 9 days ago
  • Wishek, ND
  • 9 days ago

Blattner is seeking experienced Crane Operators to join our team at our wind site in Wishek, North Dakota. This role involves lifting, positioning, and assembling wind turbine components using a...

Forklift Operator

  • Fargo, ND
  • 9 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 9 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,...

Equipment Operator

  • Bowbells, ND
  • 10 days ago
  • Bowbells, ND
  • 10 days ago

Summary of Work Williston District, Bowbells Section, Bowbells, ND Shape the Future of Transportation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation! Are you ready to make a real impact? The...

Demographic Data for North Dakota

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in North Dakota

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in North Dakota 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 North Dakota
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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