Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Worth, 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

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Equipment Operator I Position Summary: The Heavy Equipment Operator I is responsible for safely and proficiently operating heavy equipment on various TRWD projects as well as keeping the equipment clean...

Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our City of Grand Prairie Landfill team!...

Backhoe Operator

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago

18874 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical,...

Equipment Operator - Asphalt

  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Load and unload materials by operating equipment including, but not limited to track loaders, rubber tire loaders, compactors, grapplers, and dump trucks....

Senior Mobile Equipment Operator

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

TrinityRail is hiring a Senior Mobile Equipment Operator at our Fort Worth, TX plant. Our products are an integral part of the supply chain that helps fuel our lives and our economy. Over the last...

Equipment Operator I - Streets

  • Grapevine, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Grapevine, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Uses a front-end loader to load, unload and move materials into and out of lift or dump trucks at various sites as directed. 2....

Concrete Paving Machine Operator (PAVER)

  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Austin Bridge & Road is currently seeking experienced **Concrete Paving Machine Operators** (Paver) for North Texas projects. We excel at what we do and are looking for talented construction...

Heavy Equipment Operators Needed

  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Operate excavator/dozer/blade to perform site preparation, excavation, grading, and other earthwork tasks Read and interpret blueprints, site plans, and grade stakes Lead and direct...

Equipment Operator

  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Equipment Operator Cummings Electrical - 3.6 Arlington, TX Job Details Full-time Estimated: $40.6K - $53.5K a year 15 hours ago Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Qualifications Bilingual 5 years...

Forklift Operator II

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 days ago

Overview The Forklift Operator II is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

Equipment Operator I - 36th

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 days ago

At Sabre Industries, we connect and power America's communities with world-class utility and telecom solutions. We reliably build a better world together; one customer, one team, and one community...

Loader Operator (Fort Worth, TX)

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 7 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...

Gas Directional Drill Operator

  • Lewisville, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Overview MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground...

Small Equipment Operator - 2332353

  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: M-F 5:00am-1:30pm Pay: $19.50 Preferred candidate will have: 6 months or more experience with sit-down forklift Forklift Certification (from previous employer is OK) Time...

Forklift Operator

  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world's most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Worth, TX

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth, 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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