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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Equipment Operator

  • Tioga, ND
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tioga, ND
  • 2 hours ago

Description: The Heavy Equipment Operator operates light and heavy-duty ground motorized equipment such as Excavators, Loaders, Graders, Trucks, Power Cranes, Tractors, Shovels or other related equipment...

ABOUT MORTENSON As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We...

Day Forklift Operator

  • Grand Forks, ND
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Forks, ND
  • 3 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE Operate an industrial forklift to perform...

Heavy Equipment/Motor Grader Operator (2-ND)

  • Fort Yates, ND
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Yates, ND
  • 3 days ago

SUPERVISION: The Heavy Equipment Operator/Motor Grade Operator will work under the direct supervision of the Heavy Equipment Operator Supervisor, who will provide guidance, direction and conduct performance...

Heavy Equipment Operator I

  • Williston, ND
  • 4 days ago
  • Williston, ND
  • 4 days ago

Under direct supervision is learning how to operate overhead crane or other heavy equipment. * Moves material to and from designated areas. * Inspects incoming material and fills out necessary...

Horizontal Directional Drill Operator

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

Accurately and safely operates and maintains horizontal directional drill rig (HDD), excavation equipment such as backhoe, trencher and hydro-vac, and other tools, equipment and vehicles as required...

Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Fargo, ND

  • West Fargo, ND
  • 5 days ago
  • West Fargo, ND
  • 5 days ago

Equipment Operator/Laborer for R....

Backhoe Equipment Operator $25 - $32/Hour Fargo, ND

  • North River, ND
  • 6 days ago
  • North River, ND
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities: Operate heavy equipment, including backhoes, for utility installation projects Perform site prep, excavation, and backfilling Assist with general labor tasks as needed Follow safety...

Heavy Equipment Operator I- Landfill

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

Equipment Used in Job Performance: Dump trucks, front-end loaders, garbage trucks, compactors, scrapers, sand spreaders, blade, pumps, lawn mower, weed eater, computer, radio....

Scraper - Heavy Equipment Operator - Minot, ND

  • Minot, ND
  • 7 days ago
  • Minot, ND
  • 7 days ago

Scraper-Heavy Equipment Operator Type: Full time Salary: DOE Position Overview The Scraper-Heavy Equipment Operator is required to excavate, move, grade, and/or compact earth under general supervision...

Equipment Operator-Heavy

  • Rhame, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • Rhame, ND
  • 8 days ago

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

Motor Grader Operator

  • Williston, ND
  • 11 days ago
  • Williston, ND
  • 11 days ago

Equipment Operator training via computer based training method....

Heavy Equipment Operator - Minot, ND

  • Minot, ND
  • 14 days ago
  • Minot, ND
  • 14 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator Type: Full time Salary: DOE Position Overview The Heavy Equipment Operator is required to excavate, move, grade, and/or compact earth under general supervision of a Field Foreman...

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

  • Fargo, ND
  • 14 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 14 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...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • North River, ND
  • 15 days ago
  • North River, ND
  • 15 days ago

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of multiple pieces of construction equipment....

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
48.6%
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 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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