Skid Steer Operators for hire in Salem, OR
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 Salem, OR to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Heavy Lifting6%Organizational Skills6%Education level
High school diploma or GED92%Associate's degree5%Vocational or technical training3%Years of experience
1-2 years8%3-5 years10%6-10 years24%Current company
A&R Diamond PavingAaken Corporation ElectricArauco
Time at current job
Less than a year10%1-2 years10%2-5 years55%
Browse Indeed's database of 281 profiles for Skid Steer Operators in Salem, OR
Last updated: Aug 5, 2026
Skid Steer Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Salem, OR: $89,450 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $77,612 – $103,093 yearly
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Front End Loader Operator
Keizer, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
FCAWStick WeldingWelding MachinesShielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)Flux-Cored WeldingDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsFront-End LoadersExcavatorSite Preparation ExcavationHeavy Equipment OperationAsphaltProduction Floor Lead
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
Scissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseLoader OperationSkid Steer LoaderCPRForklift CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsTransportation maintenance specialist 2
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementConfined Space CertificationUtility LocatingAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Skills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingLaborer
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
ExcavationLoader OperationDriver's LicenseExcavatorEarthmovingBulldozersSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceConstruction ExperiencePower ToolsHeavy Equipment OperationNail CareHeavy Equipment Operator/Truck Driver
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLDoubles/Triples EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL aTWIC CardSkills
Mechanic ExperienceRegional LaneOTRLowboyTime ManagementFlatbedHeavy equipment operator
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10TWIC CardSafety Training UndergoneSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational Skills
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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: communication skills, heavy lifting and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a skid steer operator?
Common licenses or certifications for skid steer operators include: Driver's License, CPR 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: supervisor, excavator operator and laborer.
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 Salem, OR, 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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