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  • Overview
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    • Geological & Petroleum Technician
    • Electrician
    • Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technician
    • Industrial Equipment Operator
    • Industrial Machinery Mechanic
    • Mechanical Engineering Technicians
    • Petroleum Pump System Operator
    • Plumber/Pipefitter
    • Quality Control Inspector
  • Blog
  • Resources
  • Geological & Petroleum Technician
  • Electrician
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technician
  • Industrial Equipment Operator
  • Industrial Machinery Mechanic
  • Mechanical Engineering Technicians
  • Petroleum Pump System Operator
  • Plumber/Pipefitter
  • Quality Control Inspector

Industrial Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operators control a variety of large, powerful machines. They use equipment like bulldozers, excavators, graders, and concrete paving machines to prepare land. Heavy Equipment Operators are essential in the construction and maintenance of oil and gas facilities.

What to expect

Do you like working outside? Are you comfortable with performing repetitive tasks? As an Industrial Equipment Operator, safety of yourself and others is a priority. Precision and high attention to detail will also be essential in this role.

Can work in these sectors
  • Oil and Gas

Average Annual Salary

$51,000

Salary Range Per Hour

$16-$33

Degree

On the Job Training

Thru 2024. TX workforce commission

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