Skid Steer Operators for hire in Tampa, 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 Tampa, FL to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Heavy Lifting9%Leadership8%Education level
High school diploma or GED90%Vocational or technical training5%Bachelor's degree3%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years30%1-2 years10%Current company
Ripa & Associates39 YEARS EXPERIENCEAll Clear Underground Solutions
Time at current job
2-5 years38%Less than a year25%1-2 years25%
Browse Indeed's database of 1,199 profiles for Skid Steer Operators in Tampa, FL
Last updated: Oct 7, 2026
Skid Steer Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Tampa, FL: $49,293 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,422 – $63,241 yearly
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Loader Operator
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Flagger CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy Equipment Operator
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
ACI CertificationConfined Space CertificationAerial Lift CertificationTWIC CardHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingOverhead Crane Certification+21 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsConstruction InspectionHeavy Equipment Operator
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationFlagger CertificationNCCER CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTeam SupervisionFinish Dozer Operator
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Class DFirst Aid CertificationMSHA CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsVehicle SpottingHeavy Equipment OperationOperator
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftLifting EquipmentMaterial Handling Equipment OperationTuggersOSHA 10Driver's License+6 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPavingSkid Steer Operator
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingCash HandlingWarehouse ExperiencePackaging
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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, heavy lifting 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: excavator operator, heavy 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 Tampa, 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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