Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in El Paso, 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

  • Santa Teresa, NM (10 miles from El Paso, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Teresa, NM (10 miles from El Paso, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Georgia-Pacific is looking for Forklift Operators for our Santa Teresa, NM corrugated sheet feeder plant! Salary $20.25 per hour 2 nd shift differential is $.75 per hour 3 rd shift differential is...

Forklift Operator

  • Santa Teresa, NM (10 miles from El Paso, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Teresa, NM (10 miles from El Paso, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Stand-Up and Sit Down Forklift Operators Needed in the Santa Teresa Area Shift: 1pm - 9pm Monday - Saturday Pay Rate: $14/hr Weekly Pay Holiday Pay Medical/Vision/Dental Job Description: Obtains...

Line Supply Forklift Operator I

  • El Paso, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 7 days ago

Flagstone Foods: At Flagstone Foods, we believe appreciation grows goodness. We have an appreciation for our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we live. Appreciation is our...

2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 12 days ago

2nd Shift Forklift Operator Category: Light Industrial Location: El Paso, TX 79925 Pay: $15.00 Hourly Posted: 2 days ago Status: Open Description 2nd Shift Forklift Operator Binational logistics,...

Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 14 days ago

Forklift Operator El Paso, TX 79936 Employment Type: Temp to Hire Industry: Warehouse Job Number: LR-000056 Pay Rate: 13.00 Branch: AtWork El Paso East Job Description Must have 2+ years of...

Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 15 days ago

Sit-down Forklift Needed in the East Side Area Location: East Side Shift: 6 AM 3 PM Monday Friday Flexible to work overtime on Quarter End Pay Rate: $13.50hr Holiday Pay Medical/Vision/Dental...

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift Irrigation

  • El Paso, TX
  • 27 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 27 days ago

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift Irrigation Warehouse $ 13.50 / Hour location_on El Paso, Texas work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Under the...

Forklift Operator 1st Shift Irrigation Picker/Pallet Jack

  • El Paso, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 28 days ago

Adecco now Hiring for Sit down material handler roles in El Paso** **Job Title: Material Handler - Consumer and Irrigation Distribution Center** **Shift: 1st Shift - 6:00 am to 2:30 pm** **Cherry...

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift Consumer

  • El Paso, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 28 days ago

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift Consumer Warehouse $ 13.50 / Hour location_on El Paso, Texas work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Under the direction...

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift Consumer Picker Sit-Down

  • El Paso, TX
  • 29 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 29 days ago

Under the direction of the Consumer and Irrigation Distribution Center Supervisor, material handlers are responsible for the following duties: Receiving Unloading trailers on a timely basis to...

Forklift Operator 1st Shift Irrigation Picker

  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ 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...

Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Needing forklift operators stand-up / order- picker for the 1st shift in the Eastside Job Requirement: Recently use of the Stand-up / Order-Picker Forklift required!! Maintains appropriate...

Stand Up Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 30+ 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...

Forklift Operator

  • El Paso, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 45+ 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...

Demographic Data for El Paso, TX

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in El Paso, 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 El Paso, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
3.2%
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 El Paso, 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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