Heavy Equipment Operator

at Charleston SC

Record last updated: 2/21/2026 7:13:30 AM

Current Days Open
145
Reqs Seen
3
Current Min Salary
$48,184.50 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$51,577.50 (Yearly)
Historical Days Open
193
First Seen
8/1/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$48,184.50 (Yearly)
2/21/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$51,577.50 (Yearly)
2/21/2026

Your Negotiation Leverage

Don't guess what the employer expects to pay. This chart tracks a rolling quarter of salary trends for this role, telling you exactly what the market—and this specific company—considers a fair rate. Candideck excludes jobs that hide pay information, ensuring you only spend time on roles that meet your standards.

Full Job Description

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled. Annual Salary: $48,184.50 - $51,577.50 Hourly: $24.71 - $26.45 Department: General Government, Stormwater Management Division: Stormwater Field Operations FLSA: Non-Exempt Job Description: In this role, you will be responsible for the operation of specialized heavy equipment used in construction, repair, and maintenance of municipal rights-of-way. Examples of Duties: Operates heavy equipment, such as excavators, motor graders, and bulldozers. Operates lighter equipment as required. Completes work orders and daily worksheets. Performs daily maintenance on equipment operated and maintains records of such maintenance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications: Associates (AA/AS) and two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Current South Carolina Commercial Drivers License Class A. Other Necessary Requirements: May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the Citys needs. 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.

Compare Your Worth


These similar open positions are filtered to ensure they aren't "Ghost Jobs". Compare their pay ranges to prepare for the infamous "what are your salary expectations?" question. Knowledge of these competing rates is your best tool for negotiation.