Excavator Operators for hire in Akron, OH
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting9%Communication Skills9%Leadership8%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Vocational or technical training7%Associate's degree5%Years of experience
6-10 years40%More than 10 years40%3-5 years20%Current company
Vasco AsphaltAbc plumbing and drainAkron's Finest MulchTime at current job
2-5 years38%Less than a year25%1-2 years25%
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Last updated: Sep 29, 2026
Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Akron, OH: $67,242 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $48,800 – $92,652 yearly
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Machine operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRHeavy Equipment OperationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingEquipment operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
MSHA CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourNon-CDL Class CTWIC Card+3 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipLaborer
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseJourneyman LicenseNon-CDL Class CPlumbing Apprentice LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPipefittingHeavy Equipment Operator
Tallmadge, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
MSHA CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourForklift CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsFront Loader TruckCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceHeavy Equipment Operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Class DMSHA CertificationDriver's LicenseExcavatorForklift CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsMechanic ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsConstruction InspectionOhio concrete recycling
Barberton, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Rear Loader TruckHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMachine OperationMachiningRoofing
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What's the average time to fill an excavator operator role?
The average time to fill an excavator operator role is 99 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do excavator operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an excavator operator include: heavy lifting, communication skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for excavator operators?
Common licenses or certifications for excavator operators include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and Forklift Certification.
What are some job titles related to excavator operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to excavator operators include: heavy equipment operator, ohio concrete recycling and equipment operator.
What level of education is common for an excavator operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for an excavator operator in Akron, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an excavator operator?
Most excavator operators have 16 years of professional experience.
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