Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Alta Loma, TX

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the landscaping industry operates large machinery used in the construction and maintenance of landscapes. Their duties may include grading terrain, hauling materials, digging holes for planting, and other tasks where heavy machinery is needed. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of equipment, typically including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes. They also perform routine inspections and maintenance on the machinery, ensuring it is in good working condition.

Important skills for a Heavy Equipment Operator include mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. A high school diploma is usually required, along with a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a certification in heavy equipment operations. This certification can be obtained through trade schools or community colleges. Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer or a Landscape Worker, which provide relevant experiences like operating smaller machinery, understanding of landscape designs and plans, and familiarity with the industry's safety requirements.

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Crane Operator

  • Rosharon, TX (20 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosharon, TX (20 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Are you interested in the opportunity to work for an industry-leading company that will give you the...

Yard Crewmember/ Forklift Operator

  • Richwood, TX (23 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richwood, TX (23 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Time Type : Part time Role Details : Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $14 / HR Job Location: 1300 Highway 288 B, Richwood, TX 77531 Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist customers in the...

Crane Operator (La Porte, TX) - Austin Industrial (LPO) - Maintenance

  • La Porte, TX (24 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Porte, TX (24 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Crane Operator - Heavy Equipment Operator Responsible for operating a stationary or traveling crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads....

Grove Crane Operator RT530E2 Urgently

  • Pearland, TX (18 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (18 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 9 days ago

un Grove Crane Operator RT530E2 Urgently (Pearland) compensation: Negotiable Grove Crane Operator RT530E2 Urgently in pearland post id: ... [ ]

Heavy Machine Operator Adjunct Instructor

  • Texas City, TX (13 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Texas City, TX (13 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Journeyman-level or equivalent experience in heavy equipment operation Minimum 3-5 years of recent, relevant industry experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment. High school diploma or...

Forklift Operator

  • La Porte, TX (24 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • La Porte, TX (24 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 19 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description The Forklift Operator is responsible for the handling process of the customer's packaged and pre-packaged product that is shipped, received, and stored at Quantix....

Crane Operator & Rigger Superintendent

  • Galveston, TX (20 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Galveston, TX (20 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 28 days ago

Salary Confidential Crane Operator & Rigger Superintendent GULF COPPER & MANUFACTURING CORPORATION Occupation: First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators Location:...

NCCCO (1) TLL & (1) LAT Crane Operator - LAPORTE, TX #2761

  • La Porte, TX (24 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • La Porte, TX (24 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Graywolf NCCCO Crane Operator in LaPorte, TX GrayWolf is a heavy industrial/commercial construction contractor that provides end-to-end solutions from design, fabrication, construction, and...

Forklift Operator - LAPORTE, TX

  • La Porte, TX (24 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • La Porte, TX (24 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

GrayWolf is a heavy industrial/commercial construction contractor that provides end-to-end solutions from design, fabrication, construction, and facility management with a footprint that is...

Forklift Operator

  • Freeport, TX (24 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Freeport, TX (24 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

The Mundy Companies, a leader in the industrial maintenance, services, and construction fields, is currently hiring the following for a long-term position in the Freeport, Texas area: FORKLIFT...

Forklift Operator

  • Seabrook, TX (17 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Seabrook, TX (17 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE Operate an industrial forklift to perform...

Material Handler/Forklift Operator - South Houston

  • South Houston, TX (23 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • South Houston, TX (23 miles from Alta Loma, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Material Handler/Forklift Operator Performs manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies,...

Demographic Data for Alta Loma, TX

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Alta Loma, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Alta Loma, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Alta Loma, 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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