Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Canutillo, 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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Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

Looking for Forklift Operator with experience or willingness to learn. Job Description is Shipping, Receiving, Sorting, Inventory, Customer Service. Monday to Friday, Sometime Saturday Hours still...

Forklift Operator / Forklift Operator Lead

  • Anthony, TX (2 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Anthony, TX (2 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

FORK-LIFT OPERATOR - LABELER/MATERIAL HANDLER Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks,...

Forklift Operator 1st Shift Irrigation Picker

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator 1st Shift Irrigation Picker Warehouse $ 12.50 / Hour location_on El Paso, Texas work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco now...

Forklift Operator 1st Shift Irrigation Receiving

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator 1st Shift Irrigation Receiving Warehouse $ 12.50 / Hour location_on El Paso, Texas work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco...

Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Sit Down Forklift Operator needed in the East Area Location: East Side Shift: 8 5 pm Monday Friday Flexible to work OT on Quarter End Pay Rate: $13.50/hr Weekly Pay Holiday Pay...

Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Stand-up / Order- picker Forklift Operators for the 1st shift in the Eastside Job Requirement: Recently use of the Stan-up / Order-Picker Forklift required!! Temp to Hire Maintains appropriate...

Stand Up Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Stand Up Forklift Driver 1st & 2nd Shift Location: El Paso, TX (Joe Battle and Rojas Area) Pay Range: 1st Shift: $12.50/hr (6:30am 4:00pm) 2nd Shift: $13.00/hr (2:30pm 12:00am) Schedule: Monday...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the...

Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 18 days ago

DP World North Americas delivers tailored, scalable, and progressive solutions to customers in more than 100 global locations. The company has managed supply chain synergies for global automotive...

Forklift Operator - Santa Teresa, NM

  • Santa Teresa, NM (7 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • Santa Teresa, NM (7 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 19 days ago

Forklift Operator - Santa Teresa, NM FXI United States, Mexico, Santa Teresa 2500 Airport Road (Show on map) Jun 10, 2025 Back Forklift Operator #25-133 Santa Teresa, Mexico, United States Apply...

Forklift Operator Material Handler

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 25 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 25 days ago

Forklift Operator - Material Handler Warehouse $ 12.50 - $ 13.50 / Hour location_on El Paso, Texas work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link If you're...

Forklift Operator - Urgent Requirement

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 26 days ago

un Forklift Operator - Urgent Requirement compensation: Earn between $16 and $18 per hour Responsibilities: Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts safely and in compliance with OSHA standards...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 12.50 - $ 13.50 / Hour location_on El Paso, Texas work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Hiring Immediately...

Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX (13 miles from Canutillo, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Lucchese Bootmaker has made Cowboy Boots in Texas for more than 138 years. Lucchese focuses on getting the perfect fitting boot on every Customer's foot by offering a unique in-store experience....

Demographic Data for Canutillo, TX

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Canutillo, TX

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

Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Canutillo, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.3%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.3%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

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