Excavator Operators for hire in Omaha, NE
Find excavator operators who can efficiently handle heavy machinery, excavate soil and rock and perform tasks like grading and demolition with precision and safety. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Omaha, NE to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Leadership8%Heavy Lifting6%Education level
High school diploma or GED87%Bachelor's degree9%Vocational or technical training4%Years of experience
1-2 years10%3-5 years14%6-10 years26%Current company
General Excavating
Martin Marietta
Mcardle GradingTime at current job
Less than a year12%1-2 years30%2-5 years36%
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Last updated: Sep 9, 2026
Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Omaha, NE: $68,954 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $55,430 – $85,777 yearly
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Drill Operator
Papillion, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLAEDConfined Space CertificationOSHA 10X Endorsement+6 moreSkills
TankerHazmat EndorsementHazmatCDL aTanker EndorsementIncident CommandHeavy Equipment Operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
CDLConfined Space CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCDL aCPRSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsWater TruckBackhoe OperationLoader OperationExcavatorShop Foreman
Bellevue, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseJourneyman License+4 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingTime ManagementFront Loader TruckSkilled Laborer/Operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
EPA Type IIIClass DEPA CertificationIICRC CertificationCertified Pool OperatorOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+9 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipOhmmeterVehicle SpottingWarm CallingHeavy Equipment Operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationNCCER CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CCPR+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsGrader OperationMaintenance WorkMaintenanceEquipment MaintenanceOccupational Safety Regulation ComplianceHeavy Equipment Operator
Omaha, Nebraska
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CDL aPesticide Applicator's LicenseSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceHeavy Equipment OperationOutdoor Work ExperienceExcavatorMechanical Excavators
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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, leadership and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for an excavator operator?
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, laborer/operator and drill 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 Omaha, NE, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an excavator operator?
Most excavator operators have 11 years of professional experience.
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