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Trainee Mini Excavator Operator Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Operator

Cuyahoga Falls, OH · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Final dress work with excavator preferred. Qualifications: * 2+ years of experience operating a mini excavator. * Ability to work outside in varying weather conditions. * Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Backhoe Operator

Plain City, OH · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

... mini excavator and/or skid steer. Responsibilities * Proper and efficient operation of a backhoe to backfill and dig a ditch. * Installation of grinder pumps. * Efficient installation of meter pit.

Reclaim Laborer

Cuyahoga Falls, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Maintain all required Operator Qualifications. * Basic operation of mini excavator, skid steer, dump truck, and hand tools. * Properly load and haul equipment and materials. * Mentor and teach fellow ...

Operate or assist in operating heavy equipment such as skid steers, mini excavators, or loaders * Support installation of underground utilities, including electrical conduit * Ensure trenches and ...

Aerial Lineman

Pataskala, OH

$20.50 - $27.75/hr

Experience operating a mini excavator * Ability to read and interpret construction prints, plans, and specifications * Ability to travel for projects * Experience operating heavy equipment * Ability ...

Aerial Lineman

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

Experience operating a mini excavator * Ability to read and interpret construction prints, plans, and specifications * Ability to travel for projects * Experience operating heavy equipment * Ability ...

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Trainee Mini Excavator Operator information

What is the difference between Trainee Mini Excavator Operator vs Junior Heavy Equipment Operator?

AspectTrainee Mini Excavator OperatorJunior Heavy Equipment Operator
CertificationsBasic excavator operation training, safety certificationsSimilar certifications, often with additional equipment-specific licenses
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, small-scale projectsConstruction sites, larger projects, various heavy machinery
Job RoleAssists with excavating, learning machine operationOperates heavy machinery independently, performs more complex tasks

The main difference is that a Trainee Mini Excavator Operator is in training and gaining experience, while a Junior Heavy Equipment Operator has more hands-on experience and can operate multiple types of machinery with less supervision.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Mini Excavator Operator job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, 50% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Excavator Operator

Utility Solutions Midwest Division

Sidney, OH • On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago


Job description

Seeking full time skilled mini excavator operator to perform precise digging, trenching and grading.

Key responsibilities:

*safely operate mini excavator for trenching, backfilling, and site preparation

*identify and avoid underground utilities (gas, water, electric) before digging

*perform daily pre-operational inspections, including fluid check and lubrication

*interpret site plans/blueprints to meet specific grade requirements

Qualifications:

*experience 1-2+ years of experience operating mini excavator 

License:

*good driving record with valid drivers license (CDL preferred)

Company Description

Utility Construction