Heavy Equipment Operator

About This Role

Seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators in Fort Worth, TX to operate dozers, excavators and loaders on road and right-of-way maintenance and repair. Pay range is $20–$30/hr depending on experience. Work is hands-on: loading, hauling, grading, trenching and basic equipment upkeep. You’ll work on public works-type jobs — building and repairing roads, spreading gravel, constructing ditches and installing culverts and pipe. Must be able to inspect and maintain machine fluids and lubrication, follow safe work practices, and train or mentor less-experienced operators when needed.

What You'll Do

• • Operate dozers, excavators, loaders and other heavy equipment for road and right-of-way work
• • Load, haul, spread and grade materials (gravel, dirt, sand); smooth and maintain road surfaces
• • Trench and construct ditches; install culverts, water and sewer pipe; remove silt and debris
• • Inspect machines daily; check fluid levels, filters, tire/undercarriage condition and perform basic maintenance
• • Safely load and unload material and operate on rough, uneven terrain
• • Train and mentor other operators in safe equipment operation and job techniques

What We're Looking For

• • Minimum 2 years operating dozers, excavators and loaders on construction or public-works crews
• • Ability to perform grading, trenching, pipe and culvert installation, and material handling
• • Basic mechanical knowledge to inspect and maintain fluid levels, lubrication and routine equipment checks
• • Read basic site plans and follow foreman directions; strong attention to safety and PPE use
• • Able to work outdoors in all weather, lift up to 50 lbs, and work extended hours/overtime when needed

Qualifications

• • Valid driver’s license (clean driving record preferred)
• • OSHA 10-hour or willingness to obtain
• • Operator certification (NCCER or similar) preferred but not required
• • High school diploma or GED preferred
• • Able to pass drug screen and background check

What We Offer

• • Pay $20–$30 per hour based on experience
• • Overtime available; steady, year-round work on public-works projects
• • Paid training and on-the-job mentorship for operator skills
• • Weekly pay and reliable schedules
• • Safety gear allowance and opportunities for operator certification support

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