Operating Engineer salary in United States

The average salary for a Operating Engineer in United States is USD 16,792 - USD 73,060 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 44,926 per year, based on 421 active job listings.

The cities with the most Operating Engineer job opportunities in United States are Chicago, Washington, Baton Rouge, Houston, San Diego. Chicago leads with 17 job openings.

Leading employers for Operating Engineer roles in United States include JLL, Cushman & Wakefield, Apex Systems, State of Louisiana, TalentAlly.

Explore 421 Operating Engineer job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.