Excavator Operators for hire in Pittsburgh, PA
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 8%
- Leadership
- 7%
- Organizational Skills
- 7%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 83%
- Vocational or technical training
- 10%
- Bachelor's degree
- 7%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 50%
- 1-2 years
- 20%
- 3-5 years
- 20%
Current company
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Republic Services
MasTec Inc
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 56%
- Less than a year
- 22%
- 1-2 years
- 22%
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Last updated: Oct 24, 2026
Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Pittsburgh, PA: $81,077 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $63,688 – $103,215 yearly
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Transportation Equipment Operator-B
McKeesport, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationAir Brake EndorsementOSHA 10CDL a+1 moreSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCDLConstruction ExperienceHeavy Equipment Operator
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLDOT Physical CertificationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL a+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsDrivingHeavy Equipment Operator
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLPassenger EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+4 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceDump TruckCDLDrivingLaborer/Operator
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Skills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOil ChangeAutomotive RepairCar WashLabor/Operator
Munhall, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsUnloadingLoadingLoad & UnloadManufacturingOSHA (Regulatory Compliance Area)CDL Class A Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLDoubles/Triples EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+3 moreSkills
Rear Loader TruckCommercial Truck DrivingCDL aCommercial DrivingDrivingCommercial Vehicle
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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 102 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 organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for excavator operators?
Common licenses or certifications for excavator operators include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and DOT Physical 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, labor/operator and laborer/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 Pittsburgh, PA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an excavator operator?
Most excavator operators have 12 years of professional experience.
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