Skid Steer Operators for hire in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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 Fort Lauderdale, FL to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    643

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    10%
    Heavy Lifting
    8%
    Organizational Skills
    8%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    89%
    Vocational or technical training
    7%
    Associate's degree
    5%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    50%
    6-10 years
    30%
    Less than a year
    10%
  • Current company

    • Coastal Waste & Recycling Inc
    • Road Ranger, LLC
    • ENTACT
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    57%
    Less than a year
    14%
    1-2 years
    14%

Browse Indeed's database of 643 profiles for Skid Steer Operators in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Last updated: Nov 11, 2026

Skid Steer Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Fort Lauderdale, FL: $44,724 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $37,847 – $52,850 yearly
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  • Vac Truck Driver

    North Lauderdale, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Tanker EndorsementOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseExcavator+9 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadership
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Pompano Beach, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLConfined Space CertificationFirst Aid CertificationMechanical ExcavatorsOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourAir Brake Endorsement+6 more

    Skills

    Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLawn Care
  • Equipment Operator

    Margate, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    OSHA 10CDL aExcavatorOSHAForklift CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training+1 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsCarpentryWoodworking
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Hallandale Beach, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Confined Space CertificationDriver's LicenseConstruction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLandscape MaintenanceLandscapingDriving
  • Maintenance Technician/Equipment Operator

    Hollywood, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLDOT Physical CertificationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL aRough Terrain Forklift Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Service Technician ExperienceOTRAnalysis SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingTime Management
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Fort Lauderdale, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    ACI CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CForklift Certification

    Skills

    Industrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanical EngineeringMechanical Design

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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 76 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, OSHA 10 and Forklift Certification.

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, heavy equipment operator and maintenance technician/equipment 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a skid steer operator?

Most skid steer operators have 11 years of professional experience.

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