Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman

at Charleston SC

Record last updated: 7/27/2026 4:25:04 PM

Live Market Data for this Exact Role

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Current Days Open
298
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$58,305.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$62,400.00 (Yearly)
Historical Days Open
476
First Seen
2/14/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$58,305.00 (Yearly)
7/27/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$62,400.00 (Yearly)
7/27/2026

Full Job Description

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled. Annual Salary: $58,305.00 - $62,400.00 Hourly: $29.90 - $32.00 Department: Culture & Recreation, Maintenance & Trades Division: Construction FLSA: Non-Exempt Job Description: In this role, you will be responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of working crews operating specialized heavy equipment used in construction, repair, and maintenance of stormwater infrastructure and drainage systems. You will manage project work by: developing project approaches, setting up project schedules, coordinating material ordering and delivery, overseeing project quality and workmanship, and verifying completed projects meet expectations. Examples of Duties: Supervises the work of the crews to ensure that the work is being completed safely, accurately and efficiently. Provides technical expertise on complex drainage infrastructure construction work. Ensures that all personnel are adequately trained to carry out their duties. Ensures compliance with safety policies and conducts monthly safety meeting. Plans and schedules daily workload for crews and ensures that all work is completed. Plans and estimates the materials and hours needed to complete jobs. Studies production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment, and establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Ensures that all equipment is properly maintained, clean and ready for use. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work crew. Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems. Inspects work areas to determine type of work required and materials and equipment to be used. Completes time and production records, and prepares required reports. May operate motor equipment such as excavators, backhoes, and dump trucks. Performs other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications: Associate's degree (AA/AS) or equivalent Trade School training and 3 years of related experience; OR high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 5 years of related experience; OR equivalent combination of education and experience Current SC Commercial Drivers License Class A The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov] The City of Charleston is a progressive and energetic city and our goal is to grant our residents with the best service a city can provide and our visitors with the best vacation or business trip that a city can provide. Charleston is a special and unique city. The combination of our unequaled beauty, warm hospitality, and exceptional public spaces provide a wonderful backdrop for residents and visitors. Through careful conservation, creative and innovative financing, and meticulous planning, Charleston is a city that celebrates a rich history. Charleston was the first city in the country to enact a preservation ordinance. We have an active and ongoing interest in the protection and restoration of our buildings, which tell the story of our past. Keeping an eye to the future, we have set goals that make the livability and quality of life in Charleston the best in the nation. We work diligently to keep our city the best place in the country to work, to live and to play.

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