Skid Steer Operators for hire in Springfield, MO
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 Springfield, MO to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Time Management8%Leadership8%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Associate's degree7%Vocational or technical training7%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%6-10 years20%1-2 years10%Current company
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Time at current job
2-5 years44%Less than a year22%1-2 years22%
Browse Indeed's database of 515 profiles for Skid Steer Operators in Springfield, MO
Last updated: Oct 17, 2026
Skid Steer Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Springfield, MO: $48,461 yearly
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationCPRCDL aForklift CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceTemp Laborer
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseFall Protection CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTLSTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipConstruction Laborer
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRClass EHoisting LicenseSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsEquipment Operator
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftAmerican Heart Association Heartsaver CertificationMaterial Handling Equipment OperationAerial Lift CertificationScissor LiftDriver's License+11 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementWelders (Tool)Dump Truck Driver
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Passenger EndorsementEMT CertificationWastewater CertificationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+11 moreSkills
LeadershipMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsOTRTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsBrick Mason
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftMechanical ExcavatorsOSHA 10Driver's LicenseLoader OperationSkid Steer Loader+2 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementMechanic ExperienceMasonry
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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 75 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, time management and leadership.
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, operator and micro paving driver.
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 Springfield, MO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a skid steer operator?
Most skid steer operators have 16 years of professional experience.
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