Excavator Operators for hire in Detroit, MI
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candidates
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 7%
- Heavy Lifting
- 6%
- Leadership
- 6%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 77%
- Bachelor's degree
- 9%
- Associate's degree
- 7%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 60%
- 6-10 years
- 30%
- 3-5 years
- 10%
Current company
GFL Environmental
US Steel
TMS International LLC
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 57%
- 1-2 years
- 29%
- Less than a year
- 14%
Browse Indeed's database of 1,551 profiles for Excavator Operators in Detroit, MI
Last updated: Oct 23, 2026
Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Detroit, MI: $79,838 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $55,180 – $115,516 yearly
*Indeed data (US)
Mainline excavator operator
Allen Park, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourEMT-BHoisting LicenseSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsHeavy Equipment OperationHeavy Equipment Operator
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationMechanical ExcavatorsAerial Lift CertificationAsbestos CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's License+6 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipEHSExcavator Operator
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Class DConfined Space CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Class E+7 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipOTRAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHydro excavator
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
CDLClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicensePERC Card+5 moreSkills
Hi-LoHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsService Technician ExperienceOperator
Melvindale, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementX EndorsementHazmat EndorsementTanker EndorsementChauffeur's PermitFirearms License+12 moreSkills
Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementConstruction InspectionLeadershipHeavy LiftingExcavator Operator
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Backhoe OperationMechanical ExcavatorsAsbestos CertificationLoader OperationSkid Steer LoaderDriver's License+6 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHi-LoCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTool & DieCrane Operation
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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 lifting 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 Chauffeur's Permit.
What are some job titles related to excavator operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to excavator operators include: mobile equipment operator, operator and foreman / heavy 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 Detroit, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an excavator operator?
Most excavator operators have 18 years of professional experience.
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