Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Charleston, SC

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Ladson, SC (17 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ladson, SC (17 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Highway Maintenance Worker II: Bridge Crew Equipment Operator (61034784) RE-ADVERTISEMENT

  • Charleston, SC (11 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Charleston, SC (11 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Job Responsibilities This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants are still being considered for this position and do not need to re-apply Operates heavy duty equipment in a variety of...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Charleston

  • Charleston, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 3 days ago

General Description The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating equipment in a safe and effective manner on jobsites....

Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman

  • Charleston, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 3 days ago

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...

Forklift Operator

  • Goose Creek, SC (14 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Goose Creek, SC (14 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 4 days ago

Req ID: 41249 Team: C102 PRODUCTION SUPPORT Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st Relocation: No relocation assistance available...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 6 days ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a powered pallet jack operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Loader Operator

  • Charleston, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 8 days ago

Copart, Inc. a technology leader and the premier online vehicle auction platform globally, with over 200 facilities located across the world, Copart links vehicle sellers to more than 750,000...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 9 days ago

About Us: For over 30 years, Carver Companies' has been a leading provider of construction materials, marine transportation and infrastructure services across the East Coast. With operations in...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 11 days ago

Immediately Interviewing Heavy Equipment Operators Location: Multiple sites available (North Charleston, Summerville, Ridgeville, etc) - will work with candidates on commute....

Pile Driver Foreman

  • Charleston, SC
  • 18 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 18 days ago

Russell Marine LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age,...

Stand Up Reach Forklift Operator

  • Charleston, SC
  • 19 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 19 days ago

Stand Up Reach Forklift Operator Charleston, SC Overview Base Pay: $ Per Hour Job Number: 1271419 Industry: unavailable Employee Type: TTH Description Responsibilities for this Warehouse Associate...

Equipment Operator

  • Charleston, SC
  • 22 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 22 days ago

Equipment Operator Charleston, South Carolina - Posted on September 8, 2025 Published By Alexia Murray Trillium Construction is seeking Equipment Operators for a project in Charleston, SC! The...

Excavator Operator

  • Hanahan, SC (11 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 23 days ago
  • Hanahan, SC (11 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 23 days ago

We are searching for a skilled heavy equipment operator to utilize our industrial gear....

Loader Operator I

  • Charleston, SC
  • 29 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 29 days ago

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions. Experience operating heavy...

Loader Operator I

  • Ravenel, SC (17 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 29 days ago
  • Ravenel, SC (17 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 29 days ago

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions. Responsible for operating...

Demographic Data for Charleston, SC

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Charleston, SC

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Charleston, SC offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.4%
Bachelor's Degree
23.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
13.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Charleston, SC
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%


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