Equipment Operator III; Trainer Heavy Equipment​/Trucks

Charleston County Public Works Department is seeking a qualified Equipment Operator III/Training Specialist to support the Field Operations Division by delivering hands‑on equipment, CDL, and safety training. This position focuses on instruction, employee skill evaluation, and training documentation while working closely with supervisors and management to ensure compliance with County, State, and Federal safety standards.

This is a non-supervisory position and does not include responsibility for managing staff.

We offer competitive salary, great benefits package, paid holidays, vacation, sick, maternity, and parental leave. Working for Charleston County allows you to achieve the work life balance you have been looking for!

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $25.36 – $26.12

OPEN UNTIL FILLED, APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

• Provide hands‑on training in the safe operation of light to heavy construction equipment, including dozers, graders, backhoes, excavators, loaders, compactors, dump trucks, forklifts, and related equipment.
• Assist in training and preparing employees for Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) examinations.
• Coordinate and support scheduled equipment training.
• Maintain accurate training schedules and reports.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of training activities.
• Ensure training activities are conducted safely and in compliance with County, State, and Federal regulations.
• Assist with the development and update of training materials and reference guides.
• Communicate training progress, needs, and concerns to supervisors and management.
• Attend meetings, workshops, and training sessions to stay current on equipment operation, safety requirements, and industry best practices.
• Assist with emergency and disaster response operations as needed.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the role.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three (3) or more years’ of progressively responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of various types of light to heavy construction equipment, with two (2) or more years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of semi‑tractor‑trailer trucks; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• A valid South Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a clean driving record and the ability to maintain it is required.
• Working knowledge of commercial truck operations, CDL requirements, and construction equipment operation.
• Knowledge of OSHA and applicable State and Federal safety regulations.
• Highly skilled in operating light to heavy construction equipment.
• Ability to train, coach, and evaluate employees effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.

Competitive salary, benefits package, paid holidays, vacation, sick, maternity, and parental leave.

Hourly range: $25.36 – $26.12.