Skid Steer Operators for hire in Raleigh, NC

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 Raleigh, NC to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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  • Most popular skills

    Leadership8%
    Communication Skills8%
    Supervising Experience8%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED80%
    Bachelor's degree9%
    Associate's degree7%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year6%
    1-2 years4%
    3-5 years18%
  • Current company

    Morgan Corp
    ABE utilites
    Aerotek
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year4%
    1-2 years36%
    2-5 years36%

Browse Indeed's database of 680 profiles for Skid Steer Operators in Raleigh, NC

Last updated: Aug 30, 2026

Skid Steer Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Raleigh, NC: $39,801 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $35,025$45,229 yearly

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  • Mechanical&Electrical Formeman/Heavy Equipment Operator

    Cary, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseCDL aCPR+2 more

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime Management
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Raleigh, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationFlagger CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRSafety Training Undergone

    Skills

    LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingManagement
  • Forklift Operator/Material Handler

    Raleigh, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRElectric Pallet Jack Certification+5 more

    Skills

    Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceSupervising ExperiencePrivate School ExperienceConstruction InspectionAnalysis SkillsHeavy Lifting
  • Equipment operator II

    Raleigh, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    MSHA CertificationOSHA 10Air Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL aNon-CDL Class C+3 more

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceFront Loader TruckHeavy LiftingHeavy Equipment OperationSnow RemovalSnow Plowing
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Raleigh, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Confined Space CertificationPassenger EndorsementOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourAir Brake EndorsementDriver's License+14 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceFront Loader TruckLeadership
  • Machine operator

    Raleigh, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Journeyman ElectricianOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CPRNon-CDL Class C+4 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSupervising Experience

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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 81 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: leadership, communication skills and supervising experience.

What licenses or certifications are common for a skid steer operator?

Common licenses or certifications for skid steer operators include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and Non-CDL Class C.

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, equipment operator II and mechanical&electrical formeman/heavy 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 Raleigh, NC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most skid steer operators have 12 years of professional experience.

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