Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kemah, 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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Tractor Operator

  • Smartscaping
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Smartscaping
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Job Expectations: Operate tractors and other heavy landscaping equipment safely and efficiently Perform site grading, soil tilling, large-area mowing, and material spreading Assist with landscape preparation...

Crane Operator (Channelview, TX) - Austin Industrial (CVO) - Maintenance

  • Channelview, TX (17 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Channelview, TX (17 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 23 hours ago

**Crane Operator - Heavy Equipment Operator** Responsible for operating a stationary or traveling crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads....

Peak-Hire General Labor Palletizer Forklift Operator

  • Pasadena, TX (15 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (15 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Peak-Hire NOW HIRING (Pasadena) Peak-Hire is Hiring in the Pasadena & Laporte Area MUST BE BILINGUAL General Labors, Packers, Palletizers, Forklift operator starting pay anywhere from $10-15 an...

Stand Up/Reach Forklift Operator

  • Deer Park, TX (13 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (13 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 5 days ago

$18.00 Per Hour Position range in Harris County $14.79 - $21.06 Per hour Stand Up/Reach Forklift Operator (Confidential) Occupation: Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Location: Deer Park, TX...

Crane Operator

  • Deer Park, TX (13 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (13 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 7 days ago

SUMMARY Operates various power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials. May operate all or some of the follow types of equipment: backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, font-end...

Heavy Machine Operator Adjunct Instructor

  • Texas City, TX (13 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Texas City, TX (13 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Journeyman-level or equivalent experience in heavy equipment operation Minimum 3-5 years of recent, relevant industry experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment. High school diploma or...

Lead Forklift Operator

  • Baytown, TX (18 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baytown, TX (18 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Company Conformance Statements In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following: Perform quality work...

Forklift Operator

  • La Porte, TX (10 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • La Porte, TX (10 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description The Forklift Operator is responsible for the handling process of the customer's packaged and pre-packaged product that is shipped, received, and stored at Quantix....

Crane Operator

  • Deer Park, TX (13 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (13 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Crane Operator Deer Park, TX 77536 Posted: 06/10/2025 Job Number: 47933853 JOB DESCRIPTION Certified Crane Operator $4,528 WEEKLY Join SAVARD Personnel Group - where your skills are valued! Key...

Crane Operator & Rigger Superintendent

  • Galveston, TX (22 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Galveston, TX (22 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Salary Confidential Crane Operator & Rigger Superintendent GULF COPPER & MANUFACTURING CORPORATION Occupation: First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators Location:...

Forklift Operator Pipeline

  • Baytown, TX (18 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Baytown, TX (18 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 28 days ago

Our client, a leader in the logistics industry, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the Warehouse Operations supporting the efficient...

Forklift Operator Lead

  • Baytown, TX (18 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Baytown, TX (18 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 28 days ago

Primary Responsibility : Under general supervision, ensures safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not limited to sit down and stand...

Crane Operator

  • Baytown, TX (18 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Baytown, TX (18 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 29 days ago

The Crane Operator is responsible for operating hydraulic or lattice boom cranes to load and unload cargo on and off barges, vessels, and dock facilities. This role demands high attention to...

NCCCO (1) TLL & (1) LAT Crane Operator - LAPORTE, TX #2761

  • La Porte, TX (10 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • La Porte, TX (10 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Graywolf NCCCO Crane Operator in LaPorte, TX GrayWolf is a heavy industrial/commercial construction contractor that provides end-to-end solutions from design, fabrication, construction, and...

Forklift Operator - LAPORTE, TX

  • La Porte, TX (10 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • La Porte, TX (10 miles from Kemah, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

GrayWolf is a heavy industrial/commercial construction contractor that provides end-to-end solutions from design, fabrication, construction, and facility management with a footprint that is...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Kemah, 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 Kemah, 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 Kemah, 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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