Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Oklahoma

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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Asphalt Paver Operator

  • Ardmore, OK
  • 4 days ago
  • Ardmore, OK
  • 4 days ago

Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) Salary: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year Job Skills: Excavate Bulldozer Operator Front End Loader Operator Dump...

Evening Shift Yard Loader Operator

  • Davis, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Davis, OK
  • 1 day ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Heavy Equipment Operator I, II - Chickasha

  • Grady, OK
  • 2 hours ago
  • Grady, OK
  • 2 hours ago

Basic Purpose The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating power equipment and performing related tasks in the maintenance and repair of highways....

District 6 Heavy Equipment Operator I, II

  • Woodward, OK
  • 2 hours ago
  • Woodward, OK
  • 2 hours ago

Job Posting Title District 6 Heavy Equipment Operator I, II Agency 345 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Supervisory Organization Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be accepted...

Dozer Operator

  • Sand Springs, OK
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sand Springs, OK
  • 16 hours ago

Our client, a respected leader in the waste management industry, is seeking a skilled Dozer Operator to join their team at a landfill facility in Sand Springs, OK. This full-time role is ideal for...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Cashion, OK
  • 16 hours ago
  • Cashion, OK
  • 16 hours ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for projects located in and around Cashion, OK....

Heavy Equipment Operator/General Laborer

  • Miami, OK
  • 20 hours ago
  • Miami, OK
  • 20 hours ago

Position Summary: The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for controlling heavy machinery to move materials and products around a worksite....

Agricultural Equipment Operators

  • Durham, OK
  • 21 hours ago
  • Durham, OK
  • 21 hours ago

This job order is for a temporary/seasonal position in: (Reydon, Ok.)Title: Agricultural Equipment OperatorsDates of Contract: 06/01/2025-11/15/2025Schedule: Monday-Saturday 10hrs per day...

Wind Heavy Equipment Operator - Willow Creek Wind Project

  • Morrison, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Morrison, OK
  • 1 day ago

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...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Atoka, OK
  • 2 days ago
  • Atoka, OK
  • 2 days ago

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation Heavy Equipment Operator, Level I $40,600.00 Heavy Equipment Operator, Level II $47,100.00...

Loader Operator

  • Yukon, OK
  • 2 days ago
  • Yukon, OK
  • 2 days ago

The Dolese Promise is built on a foundation of integrity driven by our passion for quality, safety, and reliability. We are one of Oklahoma's most respected employee-owned companies because of our...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Enid, OK
  • 3 days ago
  • Enid, OK
  • 3 days ago

Lead worker of heavy equipment operators. Expert knowledge of applicable safety standards. Class B Water License. Class B Wastewater License. Advanced safety training....

Heavy Equipment Operator I II ODOT District 3

  • Ada, OK
  • 3 days ago
  • Ada, OK
  • 3 days ago

Job Posting Title Heavy Equipment Operator I II ODOT District 3 Agency 345 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Supervisory Organization Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be...

Operates power shovels or cranes with hoe, dipper, clam shell, dragline, load hooks or other attachments in doing such tasks as excavating and moving earth, rock, sand and other bulky materials; moving...

Equipment Operator at Salt Plains State Park

  • Carnegie, OK
  • 4 days ago
  • Carnegie, OK
  • 4 days ago

Operates power shovels or cranes with hoe, dipper, clam shell, dragline, load hooks or other attachments in doing such tasks as excavating and moving earth, rock, sand and other bulky materials; moving...

Demographic Data for Oklahoma

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Oklahoma

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
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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