Machine operator salary in Canada

The average salary for a Machine Operator is $23.05 per hour in Canada. This figure is based on 4.8k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 2, 2026.

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Machine Operator salaries typically range between a low of $18.15 and a high of $31.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Machine Operator include Kelowna, BC at $25.33 per hour, Chilliwack, BC at $24.23 per hour and Cobourg, ON at $23.61 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Machine Operator include Surerus Murphy Joint Venture (US$312,000 per year) and STRABAG (US$175,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Machine Operator salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Machine Operator: Average $23.35 per hour
• Senior Machine Operator: Average $25.20 per hour