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Heavy Equipment Operator
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What they do
An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$53,887 / year median in Texas
+14% projected growth
Job Description
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Position range in South Plains $33k - $47k Per Year Heavy Equipment Operator
MORTENSON COMPANY
Occupation:
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Location:
Floydada, TX - 79235
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
Posted:
09/03/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
09/06/2026
Expires:
11/30/2026
Job #: 17064789
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
12 Month(s) DL
Required Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Help for .
Project Name:
Wake Repower Wind Project
Project Location:
Floydada, TX 79235 SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking an operator that will be responsible for operating equipment as directed and specified while adhering to all rules and regulations as mandated by Mortenson safety policies and procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate equipment based on the requirements of the project such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid-steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, roller, backhoe, and track crane
Follow safety regulations and maintain clear and orderly housekeeping
Perform routine maintenance, observe equipment operation, and detect malfunctions
Follow work plans and pre-task cards
Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
Perform all other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Equipment certifications as required
- Minimum one (1) year of related experience
- Current driver's license of proper classification and necessary endorsements as required by law
- Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and detail-oriented; ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts
- Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and their uses; basic mathematical skills
- Ability to work independently with active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback
- Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
•Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
•Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.
A few benefits offered include:
Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Gym Membership Discount Program
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Fitness Centers/Gyms