Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Sachse, 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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Webber - Excavator Operator - Heavy Civil

  • Plano, TX (10 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Plano, TX (10 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 7 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...

Motor Grader Operator

  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 18 hours ago

Finish motor grader operations. Operates several types of power construction equipment, such as compressors, pumps, hoists, shovels, tractors, scrapers, loaders, or motor graders to excavate, move...

Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Irving, TX (23 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (23 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 19 hours ago

Stand Up Forklift Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Stand Up Forklift Operator responsible for efficiently operating forklifts for various warehouse tasks. The ideal...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or other freight...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

Crane Operator (Per diem offered)

  • Plano, TX (10 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plano, TX (10 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Trillium Construction is seeking a Crane Operator for a project in Port Arthur, TX! The Crane Operatorwill operate a 5 ton spider crane to lift panels and setting them into place.Pay rate is $39...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Coppell, TX (23 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Coppell, TX (23 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift Position Overview Find your future with Shaw Industries. Shaw Industries is a Fortune 500 multinational flooring company that employs 20,000+ associates throughout...

Finish Motor Grader Operator

  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago

At Sinacola, we are not just another company. We are a 100% employee-owned organization, fostering a strong team atmosphere where everyone shares in the success through our Employee Stock...

Webber - Excavator Operator - Heavy Civil

  • Forney, TX (18 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Forney, TX (18 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 1 day 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...

Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Mesquite, TX (14 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mesquite, TX (14 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Title: General Labor/Forklift Associate (Bilingual in Spanish) Type: Temp to Perm Location: Balch Springs, TX 75180 Pay: $17 /hour DOE Hours: 8:00 - 5:00 Monday - Friday We are currently seeking a...

Pumper Loader Operator- $20.57 2nd Shift (Floater)

  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 2 days ago

$0k Salary Not Available Position range in Dallas County $27k - $42k Per Year Pumper Loader Operator- $20.57 2nd Shift (Floater) STRATAS FOODS LLC Occupation: Production Workers, All Other...

1st Shift Bilingual Forklift Operator

  • The Colony, TX (20 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • The Colony, TX (20 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 2 days ago

1st Shift Bilingual Forklift Operator** **Shift: 6am to 3pm (Mon-Fri, OT on saturdays)** **Pay: $20-21/hr** **Location: The Colony, TX (Near Nebraska Furniture Mart on 121 Highway)** + **_Must...

Forklift Operator

  • The Colony, TX (20 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • The Colony, TX (20 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Founded and headquartered in the United States, Dayton Parts has for over a century supported the commercial vehicle market to boost driver uptime by combining the largest selection of parts with...

Forklift Operator

  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (17 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably...

11am-8pm Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Irving, TX (23 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irving, TX (23 miles from Sachse, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Stand Up Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Stand Up Forklift Operator responsible for efficiently operating forklifts for various warehouse tasks. The ideal candidate will...

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Sachse, 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 Sachse, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.8%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Some High School
3.5%
Master's Degree
2.7%
Some College
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

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