Heavy Equipment Operator jobs in Texas
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Houston, TX
We are seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators in Houston, TX to work on civil and commercial construction, site work, paving, and demolition projects. You will run dozers, excavators, loaders, graders, skid steers and other earth-moving equipment safely and efficiently to meet project schedules. This is hands-on work on active job sites across the Houston area. Candidates must read and follow site plans, perform basic equipment inspections and maintenance, enforce safety procedures, and be comfortable with traffic control and site clean-up. Competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and steady project hours available — apply if you have proven field experience and a strong safety record.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
La Porte, TX
Heavy Equipment Operator needed for commercial/civil/marine earthwork in La Porte, TX. You’ll run excavators, dozers (GPS), loaders, skid steers, off-road and water trucks to complete excavation, trenching, grading and material handling tasks while following strict safety procedures. This role requires hands-on operators with 3+ years of experience who can read plans, complete hazard analyses, perform basic equipment inspections/maintenance, and mentor less experienced operators. Night shifts may be required; reliable transportation and a safety-first mindset are a must.
Per Diem
Heavy Equipment Operator — La Porte, TX
La Porte, TX · $30-$48/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator needed for a commercial/civil project in La Porte, TX. You’ll run excavators, dozers (GPS), loaders, rollers, water/off-road trucks and compactors to support excavation, grading, and material handling. This is hands-on work — read plans, set grades with laser levels, and keep machines in safe working order. We’re looking for a dependable operator with 3–5+ years of self-perform earthwork experience who can work independently, follow site safety systems (sloping, shoring, trench boxes), complete THA logs and machine load charts, and mentor less-experienced crew members. Pay range is $30–$48/hr plus per diem for La Porte assignments.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Austin, TX
Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator needed in Austin, TX to run SkyTrak telehandlers and forklifts on active construction sites. You’ll move materials, support site crews, and keep work flowing by operating equipment safely and efficiently. This is hands-on work: load and unload materials, perform basic maintenance checks, and follow site plans and crew directions. Ideal candidate has solid telehandler and forklift experience, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work outdoors in a fast-paced construction setting.
Full Time
Motor Grader Operator
Gail, TX · Up to $36/hr
Experienced motor grader operator needed in Gail, TX to run GPS-equipped graders for roadwork and site grading. You’ll use machine control systems to produce accurate grades, work around other heavy equipment, and keep projects on schedule. Pay up to $36/hr depending on experience. This role is hands-on: you’ll perform precise grading, do basic upkeep and inspections, and communicate with crew leads and equipment operators. NCCER and OSHA 10/30 certifications are required; strong GPS machine control and fine-grading experience are a must.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator — Motor Grader (Abilene, TX)
Abilene, TX
Join a hands-on grading crew in Abilene, TX as a Motor Grader Operator. You’ll run a motor grader on roads, site prep, and maintenance projects—setting grades, shaping surfaces, and working with a small crew to finish jobs on schedule. This is steady, local construction work with competitive pay (DOE), overtime available, and benefits. We want experienced, safety-minded operators who keep machines maintained and work tough Texas conditions without fuss.
Per Diem
Heavy Equipment Operator — Walk-Behind Compactor
Abilene, TX
Per diem Heavy Equipment Operator needed in Abilene, TX to run walk-behind compactors and other light construction equipment. This is a hands-on role: you’ll compact soil and base material, follow site layout and safety plans, and keep equipment in working order. You’ll work alongside site crews on short-term assignments. Expect outdoor work, tight schedules, and the need to enforce safety and cleanliness on site. Reliable attendance and solid equipment-handling skills are required for immediate openings.
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Light Equipment Operator (Walk-Behind Compactor)
Abilene, TX
Join a busy Abilene crew as a Light Equipment Operator specializing in walk-behind compactors. This per diem role focuses on safe, efficient compactor operation for construction and maintenance projects. You'll be on-site handling compactors, doing basic maintenance, and keeping work moving. We need dependable hands who follow safety rules, inspect gear, and work well with site teams. This is a good fit if you have light-equipment experience, take pride in upkeep, and want steady per diem assignments in the Abilene area.
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Heavy Equipment Operator — Per Diem / Travel
Texas City, TX
Join a crew of experienced heavy equipment operators based in Texas City, TX. This per diem travel role requires operators who can run scrapers, dozers, excavators, rollers and loaders on civil construction projects across the United States. You’ll move between job sites, follow GPS grade plans, and get earthwork done safely and on schedule. This job is for hands-on operators with a strong work ethic and flexibility to travel. Expect long days on-site, routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance, and close coordination with foremen and crews. Competitive pay, per diem while traveling, and steady assignments for dependable operators.
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Heavy Equipment Operator (Per Diem)
Seminole, TX
Seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators in Seminole, TX for per diem road and right-of-way maintenance work. You’ll run dozers, excavators, loaders and other heavy machines to load, haul, grade, trench and repair roads and drainage systems across varied terrain. This role requires hands-on equipment inspection and basic maintenance, safe operation on rough surfaces, and the ability to train or mentor less-experienced crew members. Reliable candidates will get steady project work, per diem pay, and the chance to work on a variety of municipal and ROW jobs.
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Heavy Equipment Operator — Dozer/Excavator/Loader (Per Diem)
Gail, TX
Per diem Heavy Equipment Operator needed in Gail, TX. You will run dozers, excavators and loaders to perform road and right-of-way maintenance — loading, hauling, grading, trenching and basic pipe/culvert installation. We want experienced operators who work safe, check and maintain equipment, and can train others on jobsite operation and techniques. Assignments are per diem with travel to regional West Texas job sites as needed.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Fort Worth, TX · $20-$30/hr
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.
Per Diem
Heavy Equipment Operator - Austin, TX (Per Diem)
Austin, TX
Join our crew in Austin as a per diem Heavy Equipment Operator supporting data center site work. You’ll run excavators, bulldozers, loaders and other heavy machines to move dirt, set grades, and prepare pads and trenches for commercial data projects. This is hands-on, physical work where safety and precision matter. You’ll perform routine maintenance, daily safety checks, and follow site plans and supervisor directions. We need experienced operators who work steadily in fast-paced job sites, enforce safety procedures, and keep equipment ready to go for daily assignments and short-term projects.