Excavator Operators for hire in York, PA

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 York, PA to make your hiring faster and simpler.

  • Ready to work now

    874

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    8%
    Leadership
    6%
    Heavy Lifting
    6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    83%
    Vocational or technical training
    10%
    Associate's degree
    5%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    6-10 years
    40%
  • Current company

    • Waste Management of PA
    • Sims Metal
    • Oldcastle APG
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    43%
    Less than a year
    29%
    1-2 years
    14%

Browse Indeed's database of 874 profiles for Excavator Operators in York, PA

Last updated: Oct 25, 2026

Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in York, PA: $79,398 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $63,075 – $99,946 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Equipment operator

    Dallastown, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingHi-LoTime ManagementHeavy Equipment Operation
  • Pipe Layer/Operator

    York, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    Plumbing LicenseDOT Physical CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourNon-CDL Class C+2 more

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingConstruction Inspection
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Thomasville, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    OSHA 10Driver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementNon-CDL Class CExcavatorForklift Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy Lifting
  • Equipment Operator/Laborer

    Dover, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLFirst Aid CertificationDoubles/Triples EndorsementOSHA 10Driver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+3 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementHeavy Equipment OperationBackhoe OperationExcavator
  • Excavator Operator

    Dover, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCPR

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsExcavatorHeavy Equipment OperationExcavationLift Truck
  • Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

    York, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    DOT Physical CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseMotorcycle License

    Skills

    Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingRetail Sales TransactionsSales Transaction ProcessingProcessing Cash TransactionsCash Register

Simple, transparent pricing

Choose the plan that fits your hiring needs.

Professional

🔥 Best for most teams

Ideal for dedicated recruiters and high-volume hiring teams

$520$416per month*Save $1,248
Start free trial§

Upgrade to Enterprise anytime as your team scales

  • Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
  • Assign up to 3 jobs at once to your Assistant
  • It works daily, even when you’re offline
  • Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
  • Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
  • 100 contacts per month
  • Advanced candidate filters + Glassdoor profiles
  • Get access to candidate engagement insights
  • Improve team collaboration with shared candidate lists

Enterprise

📈 High volume

For large organizations requiring max scale and custom solutions

Customper month*

Recommended for teams hiring at large scale

  • Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
  • Assign unlimited jobs at once to your Assistant
  • It works daily, even when you’re offline
  • Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
  • Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
  • Custom contacts per month / year
  • Configurable usage limits
  • Custom pricing and invoicing
  • Volume-based contact packages
  • Dedicated onboarding and account support
  • Enterprise-grade identity and access management

§Terms and conditions apply

*Plus taxes and fees as applicable. Pricing and offerings will vary by market and are subject to change

**Assistant contacts are applied in your first month

Not looking for sourcing candidates?

Indeed is used by more than 3.3 million companies globally

University of Oxford logo
Microsoft logo
Burger King logo
Nokia logo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indeed Smart Sourcing?

Smart Sourcing is a tool that can help you find the right candidates for your open roles and reach out to them directly. Search resumes, and get a list of candidates whose qualifications, requirements and preferences match the job criteria you're looking for.

Are there additional products that can help me find candidates on Indeed?

Yes, you can create a free Indeed employer account and post a job or reach more skilled talent by sponsoring a job and expanding your reach.

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 heavy lifting.

What licenses or certifications are common for excavator operators?

Common licenses or certifications for excavator operators include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and CDL a.

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, pipe layer/operator and equipment 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 York, PA, 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.

Browse related occupations

Instantly match and connect with quality candidates today

*Terms and conditions apply