Find & Apply For Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Uvalde, Texas

$18.00

Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)

Position range in Uvalde County $11.21 - $19.01 Per hour Heavy Equipment Operators

Colorado Materials

Occupation:

Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining

Location:

Uvalde, TX - 78801

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

09/22/2026

Positions available: 2

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/25/2026

Expires:

09/30/2026

Job #: 17072106

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

2 Month(s) Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Public Transit

Available Benefits Help for . Work Location & Transportation - Uvalde, Tx Job Responsibilities Heavy Equipment Operators will operate various types of heavy equipment used in quarry operations to safely and efficiently move, load, and transport materials. Equipment operated may vary based on operational needs and may include: 70-ton off-highway haul trucks used to move material within the quarry. Front end loaders including Caterpillar 980 through Caterpillar 990 models, used to load material into company trucks, hoppers, crushers, screen plants, and client trucks. Other heavy equipment as assigned based on experience, training, and operational needs.

Responsibilities may include:

Moving boulders from the pit to the primary crusher. Moving crushed rock to stockpiles within the quarry. Loading and transporting materials throughout the work site. Assisting with production operations. Assisting with preventive maintenance and maintenance activities. Safely clearing blockages from the primary crusher. Assisting with changing or splicing conveyor belts. Performing routine equipment inspections and reporting equipment issues. Following all company safety procedures and operating equipment in a safe and responsible manner. Performing other duties as required. Qualifications Willingness to learn and participate in training Dependable and reliable Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions Ability to work as part of a team Must successfully complete required drug screening and complete pre-employment physical Must successfully complete a background check. Previous heavy equipment or quarry experience is a plus but not required. Training opportunities are available for individuals who demonstrate a willingness to learn and work safely. Applicants must be willing to work the assigned shift and follow the company's work schedule. Work Schedule Monday-Friday 6:00 AM-5:00 PM Actual hours may vary depending on workload, production needs, and operational requirements. Occasional schedule adjustments may be necessary based on business needs.