Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Friendswood, 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

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 9 hours ago

Forklift Operator (Slip Sheet / Push-Pull) $17/hr | MonFri | Day Shift Location: 77032 Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Pay Rate: $17.00/hour Overtime: Mandatory when required;...

Webber - FrontEnd Loader Operator - Heavy Civil

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

About us: Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing...

Webber - Excavator Operator - Heavy Civil

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

About us: Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing...

Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Do you enjoy working with your hands, and breaking the boundaries of the traditional office job? Are you interested in a career with a family-owned company that is founded on growth,...

Forklift Operator 1

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing, L.P., is seeking a skilled individual for our Forklift Operator position with our logistics organization at our DTTP - Waller, TX location. The The...

Forklift Operator

  • Seabrook, TX (9 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seabrook, TX (9 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago

JOB OVERVIEW:This position is responsible to build pallets for the loading and delivery, using order sheets distributed by the supervisor to gather product, build pallets per diagrams, and deliver...

Crane Operator

  • La Porte, TX (14 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • La Porte, TX (14 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago

The Mundy Companies, a leader in the industrial maintenance, services, and construction fields, is currently hiring the following for a position in the La Porte, Texas area: CRANE OPERATOR 4+ x...

Dockworker/Forklift Operator (HOU)

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Overview XGS warehouse dockworkers are responsible for loading and unloading freight by hand or by using a pallet jack/forklift, sorting product, and ensuring that trailers are properly and...

Yard Crewmember/ Forklift Operator

  • Pasadena, TX (11 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (11 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Time Type : Part time Role Details : Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $16.50 / HR Job Location: 6100 Red Bluff Rd., Pasadena, TX 77505 Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist customers in...

Loader Operator

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago

What you'll do: Safely operates wheel loader to move materials for processing or loading. Communicate on regular and continuous basis with field supervisor regarding assigned work to accomplish...

Crane Operator

  • Rosharon, TX (16 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rosharon, TX (16 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days 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...

Excavator Operator [Portable Crushing]

  • Fresno, TX (16 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fresno, TX (16 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 4 days ago

What you'll do: This is a portable crushing unit which require travel and location changes. Operate excavation construction equipment with competency and caution, and adhere to safety procedures...

Forklift Operator - Shipping Day

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for our sister company, Bayou Processing & Storage, in east Houston. Forklift Operator moves material and product as directed. Responsibilities:...

NOW HIRING: Rebar/Crane Operator $17-$18/hr + LOTS of OT!

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 4 days ago

NOW HIRING: Rebar/Crane Operator $17-$18/hr + LOTS of OT! (Concrete Mold Manufacturing) FULL-TIME | $17$18/hr STARTING PAY | 7AM-6PM | M-F + Some Saturdays | TONS OF OVERTIME! Join our...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Friendswood, 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 Friendswood, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.1%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.4%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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