Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in New Braunfels, 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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Forklift Operator

  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 12 hours ago

Epic Piping has an exciting opportunity available for a Forklift Operator to be an integral part of our Fabrication team. Epic takes pride in our quality of work and has a goal of building our...

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 days ago

Trucks, and Front-End Loaders....

Heavy Equipment Operator - Roller

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 days ago

The career field for Equipment Operator includes, but may not be limited to, the following positions: Equipment Operator (Grade Crew), Heavy Equipment Operator, Roller Operator (Self-Propelled, Asphalt...

Water/Wastewater Equipment Operator I - Collection

  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 9 days ago

JOB SUMMARY JOB SUMMARY Participates in maintaining the City's water/wastewater systems and related equipment; operates various types of maintenance equipment and tools; prepares maintenance...

Heavy Equipment Operator - with CDL

  • Canyon Lake, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Canyon Lake, TX
  • 12 days ago

Eco-Soil Stabilizers, A Groundworks Company, has been the leading the construction industry in clay soils stabilization for over a decade. ESS proprietary soil stabilization injection technology...

Equipment Operator- Loader

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 13 days ago

Company Overview SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest national distributor of landscaping products across the United States and Canada. As a leading supplier of wholesale goods for green...

Paver Operator Paver Operator

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 13 days ago

Paver Operator CRH 5 ( ) New Braunfels, TX Why you should apply for a job to CRH : 5/5 in overall job satisfaction 5/5 in supportive management 100% say women are treated fairly and equally to men...

Front End Loader Operator Front End Loader Operator

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 13 days ago

Front End Loader Operator CRH 5 ( ) New Braunfels, TX Why you should apply for a job to CRH : 5/5 in overall job satisfaction 5/5 in supportive management 100% say women are treated fairly and equally...

Equipment Operator- Excavator

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 14 days ago

Company Overview SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest national distributor of landscaping products across the United States and Canada. As a leading supplier of wholesale goods for green...

Paver Operator

  • Canyon Lake, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Canyon Lake, TX
  • 14 days ago

Job ID: 513669 Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Converse, TX (19 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Converse, TX (19 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 20 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.2 - $22.7 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator - 2335639

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 24 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 24 days ago

Trucks, and Front-End Loaders....

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator - 2327632

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator - 2327632 Job Employer Name: Waste ManagementSpiderID: 13918022 Location: New Braunfels, TexasDate Posted: 1/2/2025 Wage:Category: Heavy Equipment Job Code: 2327632...

Yard Crewmember/ Forklift Operator

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Time Type : Part time Role Details : Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $17 / HR Job Location: 3518 SH-337 Loop, New Braunfels TX Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist customers in the...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Seguin, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Seguin, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

Demographic Data for New Braunfels, TX

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in New Braunfels, TX

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Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in New Braunfels, 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 New Braunfels, 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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