Excavator Operators for hire in Milwaukee, WI
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills7%Heavy Lifting7%Leadership6%Education level
High school diploma or GED91%Associate's degree4%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
Less than a year4%1-2 years6%3-5 years14%Current company
Lannon Stone ProductsABC Supply Co
AC Plumbing IncTime at current job
Less than a year14%1-2 years26%2-5 years37%
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Last updated: Aug 23, 2026
Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Milwaukee, WI: $87,046 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $61,476 – $123,252 yearly
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Quad Axle Dump Truck Driver
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
CDL aCDLFlagger CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementSafety Training UndergoneSkills
LeadershipConstruction ExperienceConcrete FinishingLoader OperationDrivingCommercial DrivingEquipment operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLDriver's LicenseCDL CAir Brake EndorsementCDL a+1 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsLoader OperationSkid Steer LoaderDrivingComputer OperationHeavy Equipment Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLGuard CardDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+1 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsFlatbedPatrollingStockingConstruction ExperienceEquipment Operator/CDL Driver
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDL aTanker EndorsementCDLOSHA 10Air Brake Endorsement+4 moreSkills
Front Loader TruckSupervising ExperienceLeadershipLift TruckForkliftHi-LoHeavy Equipment Operator
West Allis, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL aCDL BSkills
Communication SkillsFront Loader TruckHeavy Equipment OperationBulldozersDozerBackhoe OperationSkid Steer Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
CDLDoubles/Triples EndorsementDriver's LicenseReal Estate LicenseRNCertified Medical Assistant+3 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy Lifting
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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 115 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 an excavator operator?
Common licenses or certifications for excavator operators include: Driver's License, CDL and Tanker Endorsement.
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, equipment operator and auto foreman.
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 Milwaukee, WI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an excavator operator?
Most excavator operators have 17 years of professional experience.
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