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Motor Equipment Operator II

The City of Charleston, SC
Charleston, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/12/2027
This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Annual Salary:

$46,897.50 - $46,897.50

Hourly:

$24.05 - $24.05

Department:

Public Service, Public Service

Division:

Streets & Sidewalks

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

In this role, you will be responsible for the operation of motor equipment requiring a commercial driver’s license for the construction, repair, and maintenance of municipal rights-of-way and drainage systems.

Examples of Duties:

  • Drives and operates motor equipment such as dump trucks, asphalt trucks, rollers, bush hogs, tractors and similar motor equipment.
  • Completes work orders and daily worksheets.
  • Performs daily maintenance on equipment operated and maintains records of such maintenance.
  • May operate other heavy equipment such as backhoe or front-end loader when required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and two (2) years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Valid SC Commercial Driver’s License Permit – Class B.
  • Must obtain Commercial Driver’s License – Class B within 6 months of employment.

Other Necessary Requirements:

  • May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
  • In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City’s needs.

The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Pension Plan

Salary : $46,898

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