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How much does an Excavation Machine Operator make in Illinois? The average Excavation Machine Operator salary in Illinois is $36,401 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $29,301 and $45,101. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Excavation Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Excavation Machine Operator Salary $22,837 IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Excavation Machine Operator Salary $29,301 IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Excavation Machine Operator Salary $36,401 IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Excavation Machine Operator Salary $45,101 IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Excavation Machine Operator Salary $53,022 IL March 26, 2024
25% $29,301 10% $22,837 90% $53,022 75% $45,101 $36,401 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Excavation Machine Operator requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Sets-up and operates excavating/loading machine equipment. Being an Excavation Machine Operator relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. In addition, Excavation Machine Operator works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $37,288 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $37,146 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $33,662 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $33,982 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $34,515 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $37,146 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $33,485 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $33,200 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $34,515 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $32,703 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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