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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Heavy Equipment Manager in California is $111,739 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.
However, a Heavy Equipment Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Heavy Equipment Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $118,150 | $9,846 | $2,272 | $57 |
| Average | $111,739 | $9,312 | $2,149 | $54 |
| 25th Percentile | $101,478 | $8,456 | $1,951 | $49 |
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A Heavy Equipment Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Heavy Equipment Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Heavy Equipment Manager | $108,889 |
| Intermediate Level Heavy Equipment Manager | $109,316 |
| Senior Level Heavy Equipment Manager | $110,742 |
| Specialist Level Heavy Equipment Manager | $112,452 |
| Expert Level Heavy Equipment Manager | $114,122 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Heavy Equipment Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Heavy Equipment Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Transportation and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Heavy Equipment Manager positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Heavy Equipment Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $156,435 | $75.0 | 40% |
| Energy & Utilities | $145,261 | $70.0 | 30% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $134,087 | $64.0 | 20% |
| MFG Nondurable | $122,913 | $59.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Heavy Equipment Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $118,150 | $9,846 | $2,272 | $57 |
| Average | $111,739 | $9,312 | $2,149 | $54 |
| 25th Percentile | $101,478 | $8,456 | $1,951 | $49 |
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