SOC 472073
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment, such as motor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, compressors, pumps, derricks, shovels, tractors, or front-end loaders to excavate, move, and grade earth, erect structures, or pour concrete or other hard surface pavement. May repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties. Excludes "Extraction Workers" (47-5000) and "Crane and Tower Operators" (53-7021).
National Median
$58,710
per year
National Salary Overview
Median Annual
$58,710
Entry Level (10th pct)
$40,080
Experienced (90th pct)
$100,690
Total Employed
469,270
Salary Distribution
Salary percentiles show the range from entry-level (10th) to top earners (90th)
Salary by Experience Level
| Experience Level | Estimated Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry Level0-2 years experience | $40,080 - $47,780 |
| Mid Career2-8 years experience | $47,780 - $75,750 |
| Senior / Expert8+ years experience | $75,750 - $100,690 |
Highest Paying Locations for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators Salary by Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators?
The national median annual salary for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators is $58,710, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This means half of workers in this occupation earn more, and half earn less.
Where do Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operatorss earn the most?
The highest-paying metro area for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operatorss is San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median salary of $117,350.
How much can an experienced Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators make?
Top-earning Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operatorss (90th percentile) make $100,690 or more annually. This typically reflects workers with significant experience, specialized skills, or positions in high-paying regions.