Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Carrollton, TX

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 I - Streets

  • Mesquite, TX (20 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mesquite, TX (20 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 3 hours ago

Salary: $19.00/hr. To perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the operation of equipment for various maintenance operations and activities; and to participate in a wide variety of maintenance...

Loader/ Backhoe - Operator Farmers Branch, TX

  • Farmers Branch, TX (1 mile from Carrollton, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Farmers Branch, TX (1 mile from Carrollton, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

The backhoe operator is responsible for operating the backhoe equipment to excavate ditches and structures, lay pipe and precast concrete structures, carry material in the loader bucket, and general...

Dozer Operator - Farmers Branch - Austin Bridge & Road

  • Coppell, TX (5 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Coppell, TX (5 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

Austin Bridge & Road is currently seeking experienced Dozer Operator - Farmers Branch - Austin Bridge & Road for a construction project in the DFW area. The equipment operator is responsible for...

Excavator Operator -Farmers Branch, Texas - Austin Bridge & Road

  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

Austin Bridge & Road is currently seeking experienced Excavator Operator - North Texas - Austin Bridge & Road. We excel at what we do and are looking for talented construction professionals that...

2nd Shift Equipment Operator

  • Irving, TX (10 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (10 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

DC-BerlinThe Material Handler - Equipment Operator may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process Inbound and/or Outbound freight...

Loader Operator

  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 23 hours ago

Operates various types and sizes of front end loaders, as well as other equipment such as compressors, pumps and hoists. Must be willing to work with shovel when not operating machinery. Maintains...

Equipment Operator

  • Northlake, TX (19 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Northlake, TX (19 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 23 hours ago

# Equipment OperatorSalary$22.28 - $27.16 HourlyLocationNorthlakeJob TypeFull-TimeJob Number06-008DepartmentPublic WorksOpening Date04/08/2025Closing Date6/2/2025 11:59 PM CentralFLSANon-Exempt-...

Excavator Operator

  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 23 hours ago

Might also have to excavate for minor pipe work....

Bilingual 1st Shift Forklift Operator

  • Lewisville, TX (14 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewisville, TX (14 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago

1st Shift Forklift Operator Shift: 6am to 3pm (Mon-Fri, OT on saturdays) Pay: $20-21/hr Location: The Colony, TX (Near Nebraska Furniture Mart) Job Description This role focuses on handling...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Signature Retail Services is currently hiring for a full-time Forklift Warehouse Associate to assist with shipping/receiving and quality control inspection to join our team! In this vital role,...

Forklift Operator

  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to load and unload trailer with wooden pallets and move pallets inside our plants to keep manufacturing production moving efficiently! We're looking for...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Streets (Hiring Incentive: $2,500)

  • Lewisville, TX (14 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewisville, TX (14 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of safe trench excavation procedures and practices. Knowledge in the use and placement of work zone traffic control devices. Knowledge of basic computer....

Park Equipment Operator

  • Plano, TX (11 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plano, TX (11 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago

SERVE At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym,...

Material Handler - Equipment Operator

  • Irving, TX (10 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX (10 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 1 day ago

DC-LancasterThe Material Handler - Equipment Operator may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process Inbound and/or Outbound freight...

Heavy Equipment Operator-Streets

  • Mesquite, TX (20 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mesquite, TX (20 miles from Carrollton, TX)
  • 2 days ago

EXPERIENCE Two years experience operating graders, rollers, scrapers, loaders, grade-alls and related equipment used in excavating, covering, and moving concrete, asphalt and other materials....

Demographic Data for Carrollton, TX

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Carrollton, TX

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Carrollton, TX 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 Carrollton, TX
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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