Excavator Operators for hire in Denver, CO
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Heavy Equipment Operation7%Leadership6%Education level
High school diploma or GED79%Associate's degree12%Vocational or technical training7%Years of experience
More than 10 years52%6-10 years32%3-5 years12%Current company
3 B enterprisesAmerican pioneerAmerican West Construction, LLCTime at current job
2-5 years32%Less than a year24%1-2 years24%
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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026
Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Denver, CO: $77,304 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $59,486 – $100,459 yearly
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Aurora, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Flagger CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCDL aForklift CertificationHVAC Certification+1 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsExcavatorMechanical ExcavatorsLoader OperationLightning Ventures
Denver, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingCertified Safety Professional+9 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperiencePublic SpeakingConstruction InspectionTime ManagementHeavy Equipment Operator
Arvada, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationFirst Aid CertificationCertified Pool OperatorOSHA 10Driver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+3 moreSkills
Front Loader TruckConstruction InspectionCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLoader/Excavator Operator
Aurora, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardACI CertificationNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLoader OperationBox TruckHeavy Equipment Operator
Aurora, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationMSHA CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL aHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementFront Loader TruckMathematical AptitudeHeavy LiftingExcavator Operator
Englewood, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCrane CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipWorkflow Management (Operations Management Method)Operations CoordinationSchedule ManagementTask PrioritizationTeam Leadership
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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 101 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: communication skills, heavy equipment operation and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for an excavator operator?
Common licenses or certifications for excavator operators include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour.
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, lightning ventures 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 Denver, CO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an excavator operator?
Most excavator operators have 19 years of professional experience.
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