Machine Operators for hire in Sarasota, FL

Find machine operators who can efficiently operate and maintain various heavy machinery, ensuring safety and precision in tasks like construction, manufacturing or transportation. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Sarasota, FL to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills10%
    Organizational Skills9%
    Heavy Lifting8%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED86%
    Associate's degree7%
    Bachelor's degree5%
  • Years of experience

    1-2 years14%
    3-5 years16%
    6-10 years28%
  • Current company

    Safran Electrical & Power
    Tropicana
    Aerolite Aluminum Extrusion
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years27%
    2-5 years50%
    More than 5 years23%

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Last updated: Aug 23, 2026

Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Sarasota, FL: $63,384 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $45,765$87,787 yearly

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  • Construction Machine Operator

    Bradenton, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Confined Space CertificationFlagger CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CPR+2 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementHeavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis Skills
  • Operator

    Bradenton, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    CarpentryBuilding ConstructionFirst Aid CertificationNCCER CertificationConstruction ExperienceConstruction Site Experience+5 more

    Skills

    Maintenance WorkMaintenancePallet JackOrder PickingWarehouse ExperienceSpanish
  • Janitorial Services Supervisor

    Sarasota, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRCNAForklift CertificationBLS+2 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementProduct ManagementSupervising ExperienceStrategic Planning
  • Assembly Technician

    Sarasota, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    OSHA Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CForklift Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOTRCNC
  • Manufacturing Associate

    Bradenton, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Pest Control LicenseDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CPesticide Applicator's LicenseForklift Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsRetail Sales TransactionsSales Transaction Processing
  • Machine Operator

    Sarasota, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DGuard CardClass D SecurityDriver's LicenseForklift Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingPublic SpeakingTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational Skills

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What's the average time to fill a machine operator role?

The average time to fill a machine operator role is 71 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do machine operators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a machine operator include: communication skills, organizational skills and heavy lifting.

What licenses or certifications are common for a machine operator?

Common licenses or certifications for machine operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and CPR.

What are some job titles related to machine operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machine operators include: manufacturing associate, assembly technician and operator.

What level of education is common for a machine operator?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a machine operator in Sarasota, FL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a machine operator?

Most machine operators have 10 years of professional experience.

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