Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Montgomery, 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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Loader Operator

  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Arcosa Aggregates is currently seeking a Loader Operator for our Conroe, Texas plant on day shift. In this role you will support positive safety culture in an aggregate environment that is...

Heavy Duty Forklift Operator

  • Navasota, TX (23 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Navasota, TX (23 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Operate large forklifts to transport heavy drill pipe and related materials across the facility. Load and unload trucks in a safe, timely, and efficient manner. Follow...

Loader Operator - Req. ID: 3247

  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 7 days ago

About Company: At Denali, we are not just the leading organic recycling company —we are innovators in sustainability, dedicated to Replenishing the Earth by Repurposing Waste. Denali operates...

Forklift Operator Full time

  • Waller, TX (22 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Waller, TX (22 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 11 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $22.81 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment Come and experience the difference with R+L...

Forklift Operator

  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 28 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 (22 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Waller, TX (22 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 28 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...

Webber - FrontEnd Loader Operator - Waterworks

  • Tomball, TX (13 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tomball, TX (13 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ days 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 - Waterworks

  • Tomball, TX (13 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tomball, TX (13 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ days 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...

Excavator Operator

  • The Woodlands, TX (16 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX (16 miles from Montgomery, 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 Level 1 - WDC

  • Waller, TX (22 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Waller, TX (22 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 45+ 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...

Forklift Operator 1- 2nd Shift (5439)

  • Waller, TX (22 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waller, TX (22 miles from Montgomery, 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 (16 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX (16 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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