Carpenter vs Heavy Equipment Operator
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Pay
Carpenter
$64,500 typical, a year
Most Carpenters earn $54,100 to $89,800 a year.
From 446 postings that list pay
2,199 open jobs now
Heavy Equipment Operator
$56,200 typical, a year
Most Heavy Equipment Operators earn $49,900 to $62,400 a year.
From 492 postings that list pay
3,714 open jobs now
Heavy Equipment Operator salaries Heavy Equipment Operator jobs
Carpenters typically earn about $8,300 more a year than Heavy Equipment Operators.
What each one does
Carpenter
- Construct and assemble wooden or metal frameworks for structures.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and project plans.
- Measure, cut, and shape building materials to specifications.
- Install and repair doors, windows, and building fixtures.
- Perform general maintenance and repair of building components.
- Follow safety protocols and use tools and equipment safely.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Heavy Equipment Operator
- Operate heavy equipment to perform daily work tasks.
- Perform daily inspections on equipment to ensure safety.
- Clean and wash equipment to maintain proper condition.
- Perform light maintenance on equipment to ensure performance.
- Report equipment issues or deficiencies to a supervisor.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures on the job.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
More common in Carpenter postings
- Carpentry7 in 10
- Blueprint Reading2 in 10
- Drywall2 in 10
- Plumbing1 in 10
- Scaffolding1 in 10
- Millwork1 in 10
- Bathroom Remodeling1 in 10
- Driving Record1 in 10
More common in Heavy Equipment Operator postings
- Heavy Equipment5 in 10
- Bulldozers3 in 10
- Excavators3 in 10
- Front-End Loader Operation2 in 10
- Heavy Construction Equipment Operation1 in 10
- Heavy Equipment Repair1 in 10
- Equipment Inspection1 in 10
Out of each role's current postings.
Licenses, certifications and education
Carpenter
- Driver's License3 in 10
- High School Diploma2 in 10
Heavy Equipment Operator
- Driver's License3 in 10
- High School Diploma3 in 10
- CDL2 in 10
Open jobs
Carpenter
Service Carpenter
Gardner BuildersPay not stated Milwaukee, Wisconsin OnsiteProcoreDriver's LicenseProject ManagementCarpentryPPE Usage +1
Heavy Equipment Operator
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Waste managementPay not stated Humble, TX, United States OnsiteHydraulic SystemsDriver's LicenseElectrical SystemsHVACBulldozers +4Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator / Rail Yard
Waste management$24 - $26/hr Employer statedJessup, MD, United States OnsiteHeavy EquipmentPreventive MaintenanceEquipment MaintenanceMobile Crane Operator
Huntington IngallsPay not stated Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States RemoteForklift OperationCrane Operation
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