Heavy equipment operator jobs in the United States

Find heavy equipment operator jobs across the United States. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs
3,122
Employers
1,207

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour
$25.24Across 884 listings
Average starting payUSD / year
$48,261Across 69 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote
<1%14 listings
Hybrid
<1%7 listings
On-site
13%404 listings

Not specified: 86% (2,697 listings)

Employers hiring include Phillips, Inc. (97), WM (60), Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc. (54).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Heavy equipment operator jobs in the United States

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  • Heavy Equipment Operator II - Drainage

    City of San Marcos, TX

    San Marcos, TX

    • $24.4 to $30.51 USD / hour

    The Heavy Equipment Operator II leads the Stormwater Maintenance team within the Public Works Stormwater Division, ensuring the effective upkeep of drainage infrastructure to support…

  • Dozer Operator

    Prince

    Appling, GA

    Starts engine, moves throttle, switches, and levers, and depresses pedals to operate machines, equipment, and attachments.

  • Excavator Operator

    Prince

    Eagle Lake, FL

    Operation of equipment to excavate, move, and grade earth, erect structures, or pour hard surface such as pavement or concrete. May repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties.

  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC

    Atlanta, GA

    Brasfield & Gorrie is currently accepting applications for a Heavy Equipment Operator. Below are the main responsibilities for this position.

  • Heavy Equipment Operator (Front Loader)

    Fresno, CA

    Mid Valley Disposal is looking for a dependable and safety-focused Heavy Equipment Operator to support operations at our Material Recovery Facility (MRF) and Compost Operations site. If you…

  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Aventure Staffing

    Spencer, IA

    Heavy Equipment Operators | Starting pay Depending on experience

  • Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

    Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

    Newport, VT

    • $22 USD / hour

    The Heavy Equipment Operator ensures the safe operation of heavy equipment at the landfill for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading and/or compacting waste or soil in…

  • Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator

    REPUBLIC SERVICES OF GEORGIA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

    Griffin, GA

    POSITION SUMMARY: The Operator – Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of…

  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    B&S Site Development - Field Roles

    Atlanta, GA

    …of land into fully prepared e‑infrastructure sites through heavy civil expertise, disciplined project management, and a culture of ownership at every level. Our multi‑regional…

  • Heavy equipment operator

    City of Shreveport

    Shreveport, LA

    • $19.58 to $25.29 USD / hour

    The Driver/Operator, Heavy Equipment is responsible for driving trucks with a capacity of more than 26,001 pounds to transport workers, materials, tools, vehicles, things and objects.…

  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Aerotek

    Orlando, FL

    • $20 to $25 USD / hour

    If you have experience operating heavy equipment, working in construction, underground utilities, site development, or civil projects and are looking to grow your skills in a specialized…

  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    B&S Site Development - Field Roles

    Manassas, VA

    …of land into fully prepared e‑infrastructure sites through heavy civil expertise, disciplined project management, and a culture of ownership at every level. Our multi‑regional…

  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Aerotek

    Summerville, SC

    • $20 to $26 USD / hour

    Job Title: Heavy Equipment OperatorJob DescriptionThis role involves operating heavy construction equipment to accurately grade and level trench bases and site surfaces, install and align…

  • Short-Term Heavy Equipment Operator

    Aerotek

    Overland Park, KS

    • $35 USD / hour

    Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator (Boom Lift and Scissor Lift)Job DescriptionThis short-term overnight assignment requires experienced heavy equipment operators to install and assist with…

  • Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

    American Waste, Inc.

    Traverse City, MI

    Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including excavator, front loader, bulldozer, or other heavy equipment and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move…

  • Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction)

    Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc.

    Portland, ME

    • $20 to $22 USD / hour
  • Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction)

    Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc.

    Londonderry, NH

    • $20 to $22 USD / hour
  • Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction)

    Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc.

    Augusta, ME

    • $20 to $22 USD / hour
  • Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction)

    Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc.

    Concord, NH

    • $20 to $22 USD / hour
  • Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction)

    Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc.

    Manchester, NH

    • $20 to $22 USD / hour
  • Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction)

    Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc.

    Brunswick, ME

    • $20 to $22 USD / hour
  • Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction)

    Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc.

    Auburn, NH

    • $20 to $22 USD / hour
  • Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction)

    Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc.

    Gardiner, ME

    • $20 to $22 USD / hour