Heavy Equipment Operator jobs in Lubbock, TX
Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment or machinery, such as a tractor, bulldozer, backhoe, or excavator, for the purposes of construction, demolition, or excavation. Prepares equipment and conducts routine inspections prior to operation to ensure it is safe and in working condition. Being a Heavy Equipment Operator identifies and addresses potential hazards and adheres to all safety protocols and regulations. May be responsible for scheduling minor repairs and conducting routine maintenance like cleaning and lubricating. Additionally, Heavy Equipment Operator requires a high school diploma. May require State License. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Heavy Equipment Operator independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Heavy Equipment Operator typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Heavy Equipment Operator
- PB Materials
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Slaton, TX
FULL_TIME
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary
Responsible for the proper handling of sand and gravel materials, and for the safe and proper care, operation, and maintenance of equipment assigned to the Heavy Equipment Operator.
Functional Responsibilities
Ø Exhibit a strong work ethic with the ability to take direction and work in a team setting and independently.
Ø Adhere to Permian Basin Materials Code of Conduct and company policies.
Ø Effectively operate all types of aggregate equipment including loaders, backhoes, blades, scrapers, and dozers according to manufacturer guidelines.
Ø Load rock crushing machinery, dump trucks, trailers, and pickups with the proper amount of requested material.
Ø Learn site aggregate materials to be able to differentiate between the products to keep them in correct and orderly locations.
Ø Maintain pit traffic flow by directing all internal and external traffic in such a way as to have a safe, efficient traffic flow.
Ø Always use radios properly keeping the Manager informed of all relevant information and problems.
Ø Properly follow company, OSHA, and MSHA safety procedures and promote the company safety program.
Ø Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or needed repairs to the supervisor.
Ø Thoroughly clean interior and exterior of the equipment as scheduled or instructed.
Ø Perform general cleanup of equipment, yard, and buildings.
Ø Comply with all Safety, Health, Environmental and other Company policies and procedures.
Ø Wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary to include hearing protection, dust masks, safety glasses, boots, harnesses and other clothing as required.
Ø Perform other functions and duties as required or directed.
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS
Ø High School diploma or equivalent required
Ø One year of heavy equipment operation experience required
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ø Candidate must be drug free.
Ø Position requires moderately strenuous physical work.
Ø Must be able to:
o Lift and carry up to 40 pounds from floor to 3’ – 6’ occasionally,
o Push or pull up to a maximum force of 100 pounds occasionally,
o Climb in and out of equipment 50 times per day,
o Climb up and down ladders occasionally,
o Sit or stand for extended periods of time,
o Use hands, fingers, and feet to operate and/or service heavy construction machinery and concrete mixers and haul trucks,
o Travel safely while walking and while operating heavy machinery and/or trucks over uneven terrain, roads, and pavement,
o See, hear, and respond to verbal, visual, and written instructions and to moving heavy construction machinery,
o Wear proper protective equipment including hard hat, safety glasses, high visibility clothing, steel-toed boots, and gloves,
o Observe all company Safety policies on company premises and while operating heavy construction machinery,
o Continually work in extreme hot and cold weather conditions,
o Work safely in wet, muddy, and slippery conditions occasionally,
Ø Environment will vary from outdoors with varying noise levels and vibrations associated with construction equipment, and exposure to building materials, dust, and dirt at operating sites to a normal office environment. - 18 Days Ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
- Butch s Rathole & Anchor Svc
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Midland, TX
FULL_TIME
- SummaryResponsible for operations functions specializing in operating heavy equipment providing service to perform in a full-service construction arena which provides solutions to ensure continuous pr...
- 22 Days Ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
- Anadarko Dozer & Trucking, LLC
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Eunice, NM
FULL_TIME
- The primary responsibilities of this position are: safely operate and maintain a variety of equipment, including but not limited to: bulldozers, motor graders, backhoes, and scrapers. Ensure all times...
- 2 Days Ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
- PB Materials
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Midland, TX
FULL_TIME
- JOB DESCRIPTION Summary Responsible for the proper handling of sand and gravel materials, and for the safe and proper care, operation, and maintenance of equipment assigned to the Heavy Equipment Oper...
- 3 Days Ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
- Earth Systems LLC
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Midland, TX
FULL_TIME
- IMMEDIATE HIRE - START NEXT WEEKEarth Systems is looking for energetic, self-motivated, and experienced Operators. The majority of your day-to-day duties will be at reserve pits, excavating, blending ...
- 8 Days Ago
Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator
- City of Midland
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TX, TX
FULL_TIME
- Disposes for refuse through the use of heavy equipment at the Landfill.Disposes of refuse with the use of heavy equipment such as compactors, scrapers, bulldozers and related equipment.Maintains acces...
- 8 Days Ago
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Warehouse Person (Loader) (Nights)
- PepsiCo, Inc.
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Lubbock, TX
- **Warehouse Person (Loader) (Nights)** CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH * Lubbock, Texas * Supply Chain * 5000811367306 ** Share Job**...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Warehouse Associate
- Walmart
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Lubbock, TX
- **Job Summary:** As a Warehouse Associate at Walmart, you will play a crucial role in the efficient operation of the dis...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Shipping Associate
- Walmart
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Lubbock, TX
- **Job Summary:** As a Shipping Associate at Walmart, you will be responsible for efficiently and accurately preparing me...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
CDL Driver | Operator
- Duininck Texas
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Lubbock, TX
- Easily apply by texting the word TRUCKDRIVER to 320.344.3883 Duininck, Inc. - Texas, headquartered in Roanoke, Texas, is...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Warehouse Logistics & Order Selector
- Sysco Foods
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Lubbock, TX
- Responsibilities This is a warehouse position responsible for operating an electric pallet jack, or forklift, to select ...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Order Picker
- Walmart
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Lubbock, TX
- **Job Summary:** As an Order Picker at Walmart, you will be responsible for accurately and efficiently selecting merchan...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Picker / Packer
- Walmart
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Lubbock, TX
- **Job Title: Picker/Packer** **Job Summary:** As a Picker/Packer at Walmart, you will play a critical role in the fulfil...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Night Warehouse Order Selector
- US Foods
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Lubbock, TX
- ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE. Join Our Community ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock (/ˈlʌbək/ LUB-ək)
is the 11th-most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County. With a population of 256,042 in 2015, the city is also the 83rd-most populous in the United States. The city is located in northwestern part of the state, a region known historically and geographically as the Llano Estacado, and ecologically is part of the southern end of the High Plains, lying at the economic center of the Lubbock metropolitan area, which has a projected 2020 population of 327,424.
Lubbock's nickname, "Hub City", derives from it being the economic, educat...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Heavy Equipment Operator jobs
$59,475 to $83,011
Lubbock, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
What does a Heavy Equipment Operator do?
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