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Dearborn Brothers Construction

Excavator Operator

Buxton, ME · On-site

$22 - $29.25/hr

Dearborn Brothers Construction, a Southern Maine excavation construction company located in Buxton ... We are a family owned and operated company that has been operating in Buxton since the 1984. This ...

Central Specialties, Inc.

Excavator Operator

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$21.75 - $28.50/hr

Excavator Operator Central Specialties, Inc. is a third generation, family owned, general road ... Family owned and operated * Best equipment and technology * Building the best roads start to finish ...

Dearborn Brothers Construction

Excavator Operator

Buxton, ME · On-site

$22 - $29.25/hr

Dearborn Brothers Construction, a Southern Maine excavation construction company located in Buxton ... We are a family owned and operated company that has been operating in Buxton since the 1984. This ...

Central Specialties

Excavator Operator

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$21.75 - $28.50/hr

Family owned and operated * Best equipment and technology * Building the best roads start to finish ... We promote from within An Excavator Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery ...

Central Specialties, Inc.

Excavator Operator

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$21.75 - $28.50/hr

Family owned and operated * Best equipment and technology * Building the best roads start to finish ... We promote from within An Excavator Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery ...

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How much do freelance excavator owner operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance excavator owner operator in the United States is $26.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Excavator Owner Operator vs Excavator Operator?

AspectFreelance Excavator Owner OperatorExcavator Operator
CredentialsValid excavator operator license, certifications, and ownership of equipmentTypically requires a valid excavator operator license or certification
Work EnvironmentSelf-employed, working on various projects and sitesEmployed by construction companies or contractors, working on specific sites
Employer/Industry UsageIndependent contractor serving multiple clientsEmployee or subcontractor within a company or firm
Search/Comparison IntentFreelance Excavator Owner Operator vs Excavator Operator

The main difference is that a Freelance Excavator Owner Operator owns their equipment and works independently, managing multiple projects. An Excavator Operator is typically employed by a company, working on specific sites without owning the equipment. Both roles require similar certifications, but the freelance owner operator has more control over their work and clients.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Excavator Owner Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 37% Full Time, 61% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,408 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Excavator Operator

Dearborn Brothers Construction

Buxton, ME • On-site

$22 - $29.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Dearborn Brothers Construction, a Southern Maine excavation construction company located in Buxton, is currently looking to hire a full time year round experienced excavator operator:

We are a family owned and operated company that has been operating in Buxton since the 1984.

This position includes the following benefits: 

  • 50% paid Health Insurance.
  • 100% paid Dental Insurance
  • 100% paid Life Insurance.
  • 100% paid Short Term Disabitily Insurance.
  • 100% paid Long Term Disabitily Insurance.
  • Aflac Insurance available.
  • Competitive Paid Time Off
  • Profit Sharing Retirement Plan.
  • 20% Materials Discount.
  • Heating Oil Discount.
  • 9 paid holidays.


If you are interested in applying for this position, please respond to this ad, in person at 999 Narragansett Trail, Buxton, ME, or on our website, www.dearbornconstruction.com