Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in South Carolina

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the landscaping industry operates large machinery used in the construction and maintenance of landscapes. Their duties may include grading terrain, hauling materials, digging holes for planting, and other tasks where heavy machinery is needed. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of equipment, typically including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes. They also perform routine inspections and maintenance on the machinery, ensuring it is in good working condition.

Important skills for a Heavy Equipment Operator include mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. A high school diploma is usually required, along with a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a certification in heavy equipment operations. This certification can be obtained through trade schools or community colleges. Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer or a Landscape Worker, which provide relevant experiences like operating smaller machinery, understanding of landscape designs and plans, and familiarity with the industry's safety requirements.

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Forklift Operator II

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 2 hours ago

Overview The Forklift Operator II is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is...

Excavator Operator (Grade Crew) - Duncan, SC

  • Duncan, SC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Duncan, SC
  • 3 hours ago

Reeves Construction Company, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the states North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri and Arkansas has been a key partner in the...

SPG Senior Forklift Operator (Cherry Picker / Turret) / Day & Night Shift

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 8 hours ago

Shifts and Pay Rates Available: Senior Forklift Operator (Cherry Picker or Turret) - $25.50 per hour (+ $.75 shift differential for Weekend Shift) Day (P) Shift: Monday - Thursday, 7:00am - 5:30pm...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 9 hours ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Forklift Operator (Walkie)

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 18 hours ago

Shifts Available: Day (P) Shift: Mon - Thurs, 7:00am - 5:30pm Weekend (R) Shift: Fri - Sun 7:00am - 7:30pm (work 36 hrs / paid for 40 hrs) Pay Rate: $20.00/hr Day (P) Shift +$.75 shift...

Senior Forklift Operator (Cherry Picker/Turret) Day & Weekend Shift Available!

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 18 hours ago

Shifts and Pay Rates Available: Senior Forklift Operator (Cherry Picker or Turret) - $25.50 per hour (+ $.75 shift differential for Night / Weekend Shifts) Day (P) Shift: Monday - Thursday, 7:00am...

Forklift Operator

  • Charleston, SC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 18 hours ago

FORKLIFT OPERATOR Automation Personnel Services is looking for a hard-working Forklift Operator for a company based in Charleston, S C off Clements Ferry Road. In this role, you will primarily be...

Material Handler / Forklift Operator

  • Aiken, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Aiken, SC
  • 1 day ago

What s it like working for an innovative company that takes on some of the world s most important challenges? Rewarding. At BAE Systems we protect those who protect us. A Material Handler will be...

PPM Crane Operator (DOM SC) 7.1

  • Bennettsville, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Bennettsville, SC
  • 1 day ago

About Us: Backed by more than 40 years of experience and one of the industry's leading safety performance records, PPM, helps clients address the complex challenges inherent in today's...

Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • Summerville, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Summerville, SC
  • 1 day ago

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

Forklift Operator II

  • Ridgeland, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Ridgeland, SC
  • 3 days ago

Requisition ID: 230081 Locations: Ridgeland Pay Range: $18.72 - $20.16, depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly Click here to experience a Day in the Life of our Teammates! Uncap Your...

Forklift Operator

  • Gray Court, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Gray Court, SC
  • 3 days ago

Immediate Hire for Forklift Operator!** **_3rd shift 8pm-8am 2-2-3 schedule_** **_$17-17.5hr_** **Essential Job Functions:** + Experience loading/unloading trucks + Experienced with full...

Loader Operator (Front End Loader)

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 4 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...

Relief Crane Operator

  • Cayce, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Cayce, SC
  • 4 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

Special Construction Equipment Operator-Stormwater

  • Florence, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 5 days ago

Special Construction Equipment Operator- Stormwater $20.78/hour; 40 hours/week Closing Date: Until Filled High School diploma or GED, supplemented by five (5) years of experience in heavy...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in South Carolina

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in South Carolina offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
3.2%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in South Carolina
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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