Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Worth, 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 3rd Shift 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Summary Description: Reporting to the department Manager, the Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of powered industrial trucks. Responsibilities include loading...

Forklift Operator

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 4 hours ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world's most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like...

Forklift Operator/Proficient in English please!

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

Join Our Family Lupus Superior LLC is seeking an experienced forklift warehouse operator. Starting $18/hour. 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday WhyLupus Superior LLC When you are hired at...

Forklift Operator

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

Position Summary: Under minimal supervision, a Forklift Operator is responsible for safe and proper movement of palletized products to, within and out of their assigned department. This position...

Forklift Operator I

  • Flower Mound, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Flower Mound, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator in Fort Worth, Texas Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $18.00 per hour Schedule: Friday-Sunday 4:30 am - 3:00 pm, Monday...

Forklift Operator

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago

Our client, a leading player in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a Forklift Driver to join their team. As a Forklift Driver, you will be part of the logistics department supporting the...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator in Fort Worth, Texas Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $18.00 per hour Schedule: Second Shift Tuesday-Friday 4:30 pm -...

Forklift Operator llNew

  • Lewisville, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 4 days ago

New Forklift Operator ll Lewisville, TX Multiquip, a leading manufacturer and service provider to equipment professionals in diverse industries, offers a unique work environment. Our construction...

HIgh Reach Forklift Operator

  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 5 days ago

High Reach Forklift Operator Arlington, TX (Temp-to-Hire) Our client, a well-established distribution company in Arlington, TX, is seeking an experienced High Reach Forklift Operator for a...

Forklift Operator

  • Roanoke, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Roanoke, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

Heavy Construction Crane Operator

  • Saginaw, TX (10 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Saginaw, TX (10 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Heavy Construction Crane Operator Description Details Operate mechanical boom and cable, friction cranes, or hydraulic and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many...

Seasonal Forklift Operator, Day Shift

  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Overview NOW HIRING Seasonal Cherry Picker and Reach Truck Operators Overtime schedule, must be able to work Weekends Monday - Friday: 7am start - until completed VEYER is a Fortune 500-scale...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Grapevine, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Grapevine, TX (20 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new reach truck forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth, 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 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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