50% of professionals earn between $22,000 - $44,795 USD
The median salary is $36,874
The average salary for a Heavy Equipment Operator in United States is USD 36,874 - USD 44,795 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 40,835 per year, based on 66,695 active job listings.
The cities with the most Heavy Equipment Operator job opportunities in United States are Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Columbus, Phoenix. Houston leads with 459 job openings.
Leading employers for Heavy Equipment Operator roles in United States include Blue World Pools, Inc., Blue World Pools, Waste Management, Waste Management, Inc. (WM), Contract Lumber.
Explore 66,695 Heavy Equipment Operator job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.