Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Jbsa Lackland, 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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Weekend Shift - Forklift Operator

  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 3 hours ago

Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic...

Forklift Operator

  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 8 hours ago

Overview ABOUT THE COMPANY: At Triple-S Steel we live and work by our core values. Since our inception over 50 years ago, we have followed three basic principles that are the foundation of our...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Forklift Operator

  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Starting Wage = $19.50/ hour/shift differential = $1.00/hour additional Make a Difference in YOUR Career! Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the...

Forklift Operator

  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic...

Forklift Operator

  • Converse, TX (22 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Converse, TX (22 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Now Hiring: Forklift Operator Seguin, TX** Looking for a stable opportunity with weekly pay, great work conditions, and the chance to get hired on permanently? Manpower is now hiring Forklift...

Heavy Machine Operator

  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Heavy Machine Operator SAN ANTONIO, TX Order: 38903 Order Type : Temp *When applying, select branch "San Antonio - Piedras"* LOD Staffing has openings for Plumber Excavator Machine Operator...

Yard Crewmember/Forklift Operator (Starting Pay: $16.50/hour)

  • Universal City, TX (22 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Universal City, TX (22 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Time Type: Part time Role Details: Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $15.50/HR Job Location: 1025 Kitty Hawk Road Universal City, TX 78148 Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist customers...

Day Shift Yard Loader Operator

  • Converse, TX (22 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Converse, TX (22 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Comprehensive Benefits

  • Schertz, TX (24 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Schertz, TX (24 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Windcrest, TX (18 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Windcrest, TX (18 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.2 - $22.7 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Get in on the Ground Floor! Our client, a growing National Recycling Company has opened in Northeast San Antonio and is looking for a Forklift Operator. Pay is $18.50 an hour. Hours are 4pm to...

Heavy Machine Operator (San Antonio, TX) - Austin Bridge & Road

  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Austin Bridge & Road is currently seeking experienced Heavy Machine Operator (San Antonio, TX) construction projects. We excel at what we do and are looking for talented construction professionals...

Excavator Operator

  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 13 days ago

The Operator is responsible for operating an excavator, dozer, or loader to move, excavate, and grade earth, erect structures, or pour concrete or other hard surface pavements. Responsibilities:...

Forklift Operator

  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX (8 miles from Jbsa Lackland, TX)
  • 13 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in San Antonio, Texas Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $18.00 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 1:30 pm Apply...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Jbsa Lackland, 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 Jbsa Lackland, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
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 Jbsa Lackland, 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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