Excavator Jobs Are Now Paying $100K+

April 2, 2025
By
Sachit Dsouza

Believe it or not, excavator jobs are now bringing in$80,000 to over $120,000 a year!Companies across the U.S. are hiring like crazy. From massive construction firms to utility contractors and land development crews, employers are scrambling to fill thousands of open positions—fast. If you can operate heavy machinery (or are willing to learn), this could be your golden ticket to a high-paying, stable career with zero college debt.

150,000+ Openings and Counting

The numbers are insane. LinkedIn alone has120,000+ excavator operator listings right now. ZipRecruiter adds another25,000+, while Indeed and Glassdoor show around6,900 and6,600 jobs, respectively.