Skid Steer Operators for hire in Detroit, MI
Find skid steer operators who efficiently maneuver equipment to perform tasks like grading, digging and material handling while exhibiting skills in safety, machine maintenance and site management. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Detroit, MI to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Heavy Lifting8%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Vocational or technical training11%Associate's degree5%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years30%1-2 years10%Current company
Republic Services
US Steel
Brightview
Time at current job
Less than a year43%2-5 years29%1-2 years14%
Browse Indeed's database of 1,205 profiles for Skid Steer Operators in Detroit, MI
Last updated: Oct 19, 2026
Skid Steer Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Detroit, MI: $55,391 yearly
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationMechanical ExcavatorsAerial Lift CertificationAsbestos CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's License+6 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipEHSForklift Operator
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipCoiled SteelCommunication SkillsDetailingGeneral Laborer/ Pipeline
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLFlagger CertificationDoubles/Triples EndorsementAir Brake EndorsementDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTruck DrivingHeavy Equipment OperationCommercial Truck DrivingExcavator Operator
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Class DConfined Space CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Class E+7 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipOTRAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsSnow Equipment Operator/Skid Steer Operator
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitFirst Aid CertificationMechanical ExcavatorsAerial Lift CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's License+3 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy Equipment OperationSnow RemovalSnow PlowingBackhoe OperationSkid Steer Operator/Forklift Operator
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Hi-LoOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceJust-In-TimeLeadership
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What's the average time to fill a skid steer operator role?
The average time to fill a skid steer operator role is 74 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do skid steer operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a skid steer operator include: communication skills, heavy lifting and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for skid steer operators?
Common licenses or certifications for skid steer operators include: Driver's License, Chauffeur's Permit and OSHA 10.
What are some job titles related to skid steer operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to skid steer operators include: heavy equipment operator, mobile equipment operator and operator.
What level of education is common for a skid steer operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a skid steer operator in Detroit, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a skid steer operator?
Most skid steer operators have 13 years of professional experience.
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