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Excavator operator salary in Canada

How much does an Excavator Operator make in Canada?

Average base salary

$33.68

The average salary for a excavator operator is $33.68 per hour in Canada. 973 salaries reported, updated at June 14, 2026

Excavator Operator job openings in Canada

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excavating machine operator
The Pool Fill in People5out of 5 stars.
Uxbridge, ON
$1,000–$1,400 a week
Full-time
21 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Excavator Operator in Canada

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
TruGreen Metal Recycling
 
$121,167per year
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Michels
 
$118,269per year
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SageLink Ltd.
 
$108,067per year
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Primoris Services Corporation
 
$105,019per year
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Soletanche Bachy International
 
$104,000per year
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NACG
 
$95,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Excavator Operators near Canada

  1. Vancouver, BC
    $40.92 per hour
  2. Grande Prairie, AB
    $37.61 per hour
  3. Surrey, BC
    $36.56 per hour
  4. Victoria, BC
    $35.82 per hour
  5. Chilliwack, BC
    $35.71 per hour

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