Excavator Operators for hire in Sarasota, FL

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 Sarasota, FL to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    8%
    Heavy Equipment Operation
    8%
    Leadership
    6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    76%
    Associate's degree
    11%
    Vocational or technical training
    8%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    6-10 years
    30%
    Less than a year
    10%
  • Current company

    • Republic Services
    • Kinder Morgan
    • Skanska
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year
    33%
    1-2 years
    33%
    2-5 years
    33%

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Last updated: Nov 8, 2026

Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Sarasota, FL: $53,427 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $43,243 – $66,010 yearly
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  • Utility Foreman

    Bradenton, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Confined Space CertificationNCCER CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class C+2 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsMechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsUnderground Utilities
  • Heavy Equipment Operator / Grader

    Sarasota, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    CDL aTanker EndorsementClass DCrew ManagementSchedule ManagementASE Medium-Heavy Truck Certification+25 more

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsConstruction Inspection
  • Mobile home service

    Sarasota, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRForklift Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipTower ClimbingCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLoader OperationSkid Steer Loader
  • Payloader Operator

    Bradenton, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceEnd DumpIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime Management
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Bradenton, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    MSHA CertificationDriver's License

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingLoader OperationHeavy Equipment OperationDump TruckRoad RollersPavement Compaction
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Sarasota, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    NCCER CertificationOSHA 10Barbering License

    Skills

    Loader OperationSkid Steer LoaderHeavy Equipment OperationLift TruckForkliftConcrete

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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 103 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 equipment operation 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 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, mobile home service and gps dozer 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 Sarasota, FL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for an excavator operator?

Most excavator operators have 20 years of professional experience.

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