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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MasTec Communications Group

Heavy Equipment Operator

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community....

Warehouse Forklift Operator

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

Company: US1142 Buckhead Meat of Dallas, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 75237 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay...

Forklift Operator - Now Hiring

  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 5 hours ago

Company: US1142 Buckhead Meat of Dallas, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 75237 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay...

Crown Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Title: Crown Stand Up Forklift Operator- $20.50/hour Job Description As a Stand Up Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for operating a forklift efficiently and safely. Your primary...

DoD SkillBridge - Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Lewisville, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lewisville, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 12 hours ago

Republic Services is a proud industry partner of the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program and were ready to assist transitioning veterans find their next career! This is an excellent...

Loader / Equipment Operator Journeyman - Crushing Operations - Nights - 820SEC

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Requisition ID: 173651 Position Summary Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material....

Loader Operator Portable H

  • Roanoke, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Roanoke, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 14 hours ago

Loader Operator Portable H Requisition ID: 14388 Location: Roanoke, TX, US, 76262 Pay Type: Hourly Company Overview COMPANY OVERVIEW Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to...

Forklift Operator

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 22 hours ago

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolabs team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Ecolab is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our team in Fort...

Equipment Operator - NON-UNION - ULCS

  • Benbrook, TX (4 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Benbrook, TX (4 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Equipment Operator The Equipment Operator will be expected to operate equipment including but not limited to backhoes, trenchers, mini excavators, drill rigs, digger derricks, knuckle booms,...

Stand Up Forklift Operator $20.50/hr. - Urgent Need - Apply Now

  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX (22 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Crown Stand Up Forklift Operator- $20.50/hour Job Description Operate a stand-up forklift for loading and unloading tasks. Stage and pick orders accurately and efficiently. Manage the docking area...

Forklift Operator

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

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as loading...

Equipment Operator III

  • Alvarado, TX (21 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alvarado, TX (21 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 1 day 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 (Farmersville, TX) - Austin Bridge & Road

  • Mansfield, TX (15 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mansfield, TX (15 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 1 day 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...

Loader Operator (Bridgeport, TX) - Austin Bridge & Road

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

Equipment Operator

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

WL Trencher, Excavation, and Utility Damage Prevention. WL Crane and Rigging/Material Handling CDOT Flagger Certification IMSA Work Zone Safety certification or equivalent....

Demographic Data for Fort Worth, TX

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Worth, TX

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


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Fort Worth, TX 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 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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