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Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator Jobs in Lexington, SC

Martin Marietta

Loader Operator

Gaston, SC

$16 - $21.25/hr

Martin Marietta is seeking a Loader Operator to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be responsible for safely and efficiently ...

Martin Marietta Materials

Loader Operator

Gaston, SC · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Martin Marietta is seeking a Loader Operator to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be responsible for safely and efficiently ...

TMS International

Loader Operator

Cayce, SC · On-site

Experience in operating Caterpillar or Komatsu wheel loaders. * Ability to work with Hot material such as slag and steel safely. * Perform proper Preoperational inspection and write down findings.

Martin Marietta

Loader Operator

Gaston, SC

$16 - $21.25/hr

Martin Marietta is seeking a Loader Operator to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be responsible for safely and efficiently ...

Martin Marietta

Loader Operator

Gaston, SC · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Martin Marietta is seeking a Loader Operator to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be responsible for safely and efficiently ...

Martin Marietta

Loader Operator

Gaston, SC · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Loader Operator Position Summary: Martin Marietta is seeking a Loader Operator to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be ...

Phillips, Inc.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Columbia, SC · On-site

... load earth into haul trucks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Learn and follow safety ... met • Adjust hand wheels and depress pedals to control attachments, such as blades, buckets ...

Prysmian Group

Production Line Operator

Lexington, SC · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

... entry level, mid-level, and highly skilled level positions. Salary: (Based on experience ... Loads, unloads, and, with the use of approved tools (including power-operated reel lift), moves ...

PrysmianGroup

Production Line Operator

Lexington, SC

$17 - $21/hr

... entry level, mid-level, and highly skilled level positions. Salary: (Based on experience ... Loads, unloads, and, with the use of approved tools (including power-operated reel lift), moves ...

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How much do entry level wheel loader operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level wheel loader operator in Lexington, SC is $16.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.80 and $18.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator vs Equipment Operator?

AspectEntry Level Wheel Loader OperatorEquipment Operator
CertificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, mining, material handlingConstruction, industrial, mining, and transportation settings
Job DutiesOperate wheel loaders for loading, moving materialsOperate various heavy machinery including loaders, excavators

Both roles require safety certifications and involve working in construction or industrial environments. The main difference is that an Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator specializes in operating wheel loaders specifically, while an Equipment Operator may handle a variety of heavy machinery. The choice depends on the specific equipment and tasks involved in the job.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator job openings in Lexington, SC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,788 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

Loader Operator

Martin Marietta

Gaston, SC

$16 - $21.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Martin Marietta Materials rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 131 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Position Summary:
Martin Marietta is seeking a Loader Operator to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a variety of off-road vehicles and heavy equipment utilized in Mining. The equipment operator will be responsible for operating various pieces of equipment in the quarry, including the water truck, haul truck, dozers, loaders, and excavators. Hours are 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, including weekends and overtime as necessary.
A typical day for a(n) Loader Operator may include:
  • Operating a variety of off-road vehicles and heavy equipment within the company guidelines and safety standards
  • Completing daily pre and post inspection of working areas and ensures they are equipped with adequate berms and roadways
  • Performing pre-shift safety inspection on equipment and reports needed repairs to the supervisor
  • Ensuring safe operations around conveyors, surge piles and crushers
  • Performing daily preventative maintenance - tire pressure, oil, grease, diesel fuel, hoses for leaks and all moving parts for proper function
  • Maintaining safe traffic flow throughout the site
  • Aiding in the training of co-workers as needed
  • Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor
You may be a good fit if you:
  • Possess a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience to perform the responsibilities associated with this position
  • Have experience in the maintenance and operation of mobile equipment, construction equipment and/or equipment used processing plants
  • Have experience in operation and maintenance of off-road vehicles and heavy equipment (preferred)

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Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready mixed concrete and asphalt.

Industry

Coal, metals and minerals mining

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Raleigh, NC, US

Year founded

1994

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