Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Magnolia, 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 (4626)

  • Waller, TX (15 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waller, TX (15 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Position Responsibilities may include; Process factory transfers within the warehouse and manufacturing areas. Operate industrial forklifts to load and unload materials and deliveries and move...

Forklift Operator II - 1st Shift

  • Jersey Village, TX (23 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jersey Village, TX (23 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Job Title Forklift Operator II - 1st Shift Position Overview Job Description Find your future with Shaw Industries. Shaw Industries is a Fortune 500 multinational flooring company that employs...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Katy, TX (24 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Katy, TX (24 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 4 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...

Loader Operator

  • Conroe, TX (18 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Conroe, TX (18 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Job Summary: In this role you will support positive safety culture in an aggregate environment that is regulated by MSHA safety standards As a Loader Operator you will work with a team to produce...

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Jersey Village, TX (23 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 25 days ago
  • Jersey Village, TX (23 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 25 days ago

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift Position Overview Find your future with Shaw Industries. Shaw Industries is a Fortune 500 multinational flooring company that employs 20,000+ associates throughout...

Shipping Forklift Operator

  • Katy, TX (24 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Katy, TX (24 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Shipping Forklift Driver Needed in Katy, TX! Role Accountabilities: Drive stand-up and sit-down forklifts to move pallets of product and other supplies Wrap finished products and prepare for...

Forklift Operator

  • Conroe, TX (18 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Conroe, TX (18 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Forklift/Warehouse Worker with hands-on experience in chemical handling. This position supports warehouse operations including material movement,...

Forklift Operator Level 1

  • Waller, TX (15 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waller, TX (15 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 30+ 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...

Excavator Operator

  • The Woodlands, TX (13 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX (13 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our...

Forklift Operator 1- 2nd Shift (5439)

  • Waller, TX (15 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waller, TX (15 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Responsibilities may include: Process factory transfers Warehouse up keep thru sweeping and keeping area(s) clean Control damage and inventory Ability to drive forklift safely Ability to utilize...

Tractor Operator

  • The Woodlands, TX (13 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX (13 miles from Magnolia, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

(mulch, fertilizer, etc.) Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.)...

Demographic Data for Magnolia, TX

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Magnolia, 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 Magnolia, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
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 Magnolia, 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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