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Heavy Machinery Operator / Maintenance Technician

Laredo, TX · On-site

Operate heavy machinery such as Bobcats, loaders, excavators, and other construction equipment ... Ensure all equipment is operated in compliance with safety regulations * Conduct pre- and post ...

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Forklift Operator

San Ygnacio, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

... equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material. Experience Level Intermediate Primary ... Requirements • The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction ...

Zachry

Equipment Operator I -Aggregates

Bruni, TX · On-site

$16 - $22/hr

... in support of aggregate production. This role supports excavation, hauling, processing, stockpiling, and housekeeping activities while helping maintain production targets and a strong safety culture.

Zachry

Equipment Operator I -Aggregates

Bruni, TX

$16 - $22/hr

... in support of aggregate production. This role supports excavation, hauling, processing, stockpiling, and housekeeping activities while helping maintain production targets and a strong safety culture.

Zachry

Equipment Operator I -Aggregates

Bruni, TX

$16 - $22/hr

... in support of aggregate production. This role supports excavation, hauling, processing, stockpiling, and housekeeping activities while helping maintain production targets and a strong safety culture.

Zachry

Equipment Operator I -Aggregates

Bruni, TX · On-site

$16 - $22/hr

... in support of aggregate production. This role supports excavation, hauling, processing, stockpiling, and housekeeping activities while helping maintain production targets and a strong safety culture.

Capitol Aggregates

Equipment Operator I -Aggregates

Bruni, TX · On-site

$16 - $22/hr

... in support of aggregate production. This role supports excavation, hauling, processing, stockpiling, and housekeeping activities while helping maintain production targets and a strong safety culture.

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How much do fly in fly out excavator operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for fly in fly out excavator operator in Laredo, TX is $22.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $25.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fly in fly out excavator operator?

A Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) Excavator Operator is a heavy equipment operator who typically works on remote mining or construction sites that are not close to major towns or cities. Instead of relocating, these workers are flown to the worksite for a set period (such as a week or two), then flown back home for a break. Their main responsibility is to operate excavators to move earth, rock, or other materials as part of site development, mining, or construction projects. The FIFO arrangement allows companies to access skilled labor for projects in isolated locations, while providing workers with blocks of time off between shifts. This role often requires flexibility, physical fitness, and the ability to work long hours in challenging environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fly in fly out excavator operator?

To thrive as a Fly In Fly Out Excavator Operator, you need experience operating heavy machinery, a valid excavator ticket, and often a high-risk work license or relevant certifications. Familiarity with GPS machine guidance systems, safety protocols, and routine equipment maintenance is typically required. Strong communication, adaptability to remote environments, and teamwork are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and effective collaboration in demanding and isolated job sites.

What are the typical work schedules and living arrangements like for fly in fly out excavator operators?

FIFO Excavator Operators usually work on a rostered schedule, such as two weeks on site followed by one week off, though this can vary by employer and project location. While on site, operators commonly stay in company-provided accommodation, often referred to as 'camps,' which offer meals, laundry, and recreational facilities. The work environment is highly collaborative, with close interaction among other machine operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams. Adapting to the remote lifestyle and extended periods away from home are common challenges, but many operators value the competitive pay and extended time off between shifts.

What is the difference between Fly In Fly Out Excavator Operator vs Mobile Plant Operator?

AspectFly In Fly Out Excavator OperatorMobile Plant Operator
CertificationsExcavator license, HR or MC licenseHR license, machinery operation certification
Work EnvironmentRemote sites, construction, miningConstruction sites, mining, infrastructure
Employer & IndustryMining companies, civil constructionMining, construction, infrastructure projects

Both roles often require similar certifications and work in remote or construction environments. The main difference is that Fly In Fly Out Excavator Operators specialize in operating excavators specifically, often working on remote projects, while Mobile Plant Operators may operate a variety of machinery. Both are essential in mining and construction industries, with overlapping skills but different equipment focus.

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Infographic showing various Fly In Fly Out Excavator Operator job openings in Laredo, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 41% Full Time, 57% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,759 per year, or $23 per hour.

Equipment Operator; Pharr District (Hebbronville Maintenance Section)

Texas Department of Transportation

Hebbronville, TX • On-site

$58K - $71K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Texas Department Of Transportation rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

203rd of 854 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Position Information
If you enjoy working outdoors and operating heavy equipment, TxDOT may have the perfect career opportunity for you. TxDOT's Pharr District is looking for an Equipment Operator for the Hebbronville Maintenance Section located in Hebbronville, TX. We are seeking skilled individuals to perform a variety of transportation maintenance duties using equipment such as tractor-trailers, motor graders, excavators, bulldozers, paving machines, and dump trucks. Responsibilities also include performing minor equipment maintenance and repairs.
TxDOT offers competitive pay and outstanding benefits, including paid vacation, paid holidays, and opportunities for career growth.
Take the next step toward a rewarding career and become part of the TxDOT team. Apply today and help keep Texas moving forward.
Salary Range:
Equipment Operator (A18): $58,800 - $71,055/annually
$4,900 - $5,921.25/monthly
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
  • Retirement Plans
  • Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
  • Paid Leave and Holidays
  • Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
  • On-the-Job Training
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
  • Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
  • Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Performs complex transportation maintenance work operating heavy equipment such as: a tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, profiling/milling machine, and dump truck. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties
  • Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
  • Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader one and a quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower.
  • Operates one or more types of complex heavy equipment such as tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt profiling/milling machine and dump truck.
  • Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment; as required uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products related to these activities to include tires and equipment attachments.
  • May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.
  • Operates heavy equipment performing highly complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs.
  • Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posting warning signs, helping the public and performing other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents and hazardous material spills.
  • Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: No education required.
Experience: 1 year experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
    • Valid US driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
    • Must have a valid Type "A" Texas Commercial Driver's License for equipment operation at time of application with an "N" Endorsement or have obtained a CDL "A" License, with "N" Endorsement, within 120 calendar days from date of employment.

Currently Military or Veterans: US Military CDL Equivalent Conditions of Employment: US Military License candidates must successfully obtain Texas Class "A" CDL within 120 days of employment. https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/military-skills-test-waiver
Competencies:
  • Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
  • Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
  • Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
  • Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
  • Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
  • Operating light and heavy highway equipment
  • Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
  • Communicate effectively
  • Follow verbal and written instructions
  • Drive and ride in a vehicle for extended periods
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
  • Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
  • Subject to noise
  • Subject to vibration
  • Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
  • Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
  • Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
  • Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
  • Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
  • Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
  • This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
  • Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
    • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
  • Must be able to report for duty within 30 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.

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