Skid Steer Operators for hire in Washington, DC
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 Washington, DC to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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680
candidates
Resume updated in last 6 months
Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 8%
- Leadership
- 7%
- Heavy Lifting
- 7%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 92%
- Master's degree
- 3%
- Vocational or technical training
- 3%
Years of experience
- 6-10 years
- 50%
- More than 10 years
- 40%
- 3-5 years
- 10%
Current company
Ferrovial
Vulcan Materials Company
Tradesmen international
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 63%
- 1-2 years
- 25%
- More than 5 years
- 13%
Browse Indeed's database of 680 profiles for Skid Steer Operators in Washington, DC
Last updated: Nov 12, 2026
Skid Steer Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Washington, DC: $49,742 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $43,663 – $56,668 yearly
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*Indeed data (US)
Skilled Laborer
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
EPA 609 CertificationEPA CertificationFlagger CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsConstruction ExperienceLift TruckEquipment Operator A
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
CDLFirst Aid CertificationDoubles/Triples EndorsementAir Brake EndorsementCDL aCPRSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTruck DrivingHeavy Equipment Operator
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10ExcavatorCPRNon-CDL Class C+3 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy Equipment OperationHeavy Equipment Operator
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDOT Physical CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPR+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy Equipment OperationHeavy Equipment Operator
Hyattsville, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseExcavatorConfidential ClearanceOSHASkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsLoader OperationConstruction ExperienceDrivingBackhoe OperationHeavy Equipment Operator
Bladensburg, Maryland
Licenses & certifications
BulldozersRoad RollersEnd DumpTrack-Type TractorsDozerLoader Operation+2 moreSkills
AgtekMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsBulldozersDozerLoader Operation
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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, leadership and heavy lifting.
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 CPR.
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, skilled laborer and heavy equipment operator / grading & excavation support.
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 Washington, DC, 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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