Excavator Operators for hire in Saint Paul, MN
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 Saint Paul, MN to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Heavy Lifting7%Leadership7%Education level
High school diploma or GED87%Associate's degree7%Vocational or technical training4%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years40%3-5 years10%Current company
Republic Services
Aerotek
Atlas Energy Solutions/OncoreTime at current job
Less than a year50%1-2 years25%2-5 years25%
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Last updated: Sep 30, 2026
Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Saint Paul, MN: $97,070 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $75,879 – $124,179 yearly
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Class DBartender LicenseOLCC Service PermitFood Safety CertificationOSHA 10Driver's License+2 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceEquipment Operator
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Class DCDLDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack Certification+2 moreSkills
Service Technician ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingForklift/skid steer operator
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Class DOSHA 10Skid Steer LoaderForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsMaterials HandlingHeavy Equipment Operator
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Confined Space CertificationSawsDOT Physical CertificationAir Brake EndorsementOSHA 10Driver's License+4 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsConstruction InspectionHeavy Equipment Operator
Woodbury, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPlumbing Apprentice LicenseSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceService Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingLeadershipConstruction Worker
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Class DCDLDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL a+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsWarehouse ExperienceWarehouse OperationsShipping & Receiving
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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, heavy lifting and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for excavator operators?
Common licenses or certifications for excavator operators include: Driver's License, Class D and OSHA 10.
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, crane operator/heavy equipment operator and construction worker.
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 Saint Paul, MN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an excavator operator?
Most excavator operators have 15 years of professional experience.
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