What do you need to do to become an excavator operator?

Can anyone operate an excavator?

Not everyone can just drive excavators. In order to work as an excavator operator, you need specialized training and a license for construction machinery. Here you can find information about how to become an excavator operator and which licenses are required.

How much does the excavator certificate cost in Germany?

The costs for the excavator license, also known as the driving license for construction machinery, vary depending on the provider and region. On average, you should expect costs ranging from about 800 to 1,500 euros.

How much does an excavator operator cost?

Excavator operators earn differently depending on their work experience and employer. Check out the earning opportunities for excavator operators here.

Can you learn to operate an excavator?

Yes, there are special training sessions and courses where you can learn to operate an excavator. In these courses, you also receive the necessary excavator license.

Which construction machines can be operated without a driver's license?

For some smaller construction machines, such as mini excavators, no special driver's license is required. However, one should still have sufficient experience in operating these machines.

Which excavator for which jobs?

There are various types of excavators for different areas of application. Depending on the size and type of the construction machine, they can be used for excavation, demolition, loading, or transport work.

How far and fast can an excavator drive?

The range and speed of an excavator depend on the size and model. Mini-excavators usually operate slower than larger excavators. The speed ranges between 5 and 20 km/h.

Is it hard to operate a mini excavator?

Driving a mini excavator requires some practice and skill, but is generally not too difficult to learn.

What do you need to operate a wheel loader?

To operate a wheel loader, you need a construction equipment driver's license.

What does a machinist do?

A machinist is a skilled worker responsible for operating and maintaining construction machinery.

These companies are looking for excavator drivers and vehicle operators

Schnorpfeil Rhein-Main GmbH & Co. KG.

Excavator Operator in Road and Civil Engineering (m/f/d)

Join Schnorpfeil Rhein-Main and become part of our team of professionals working on complex construction projects in the Rhein-Main area and throughout Germany. We specialize in airport, railway, and infrastructure projects in both the commercial and public sectors.

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Horst Schulz Bauunternehmung GmbH

Construction Machine Operator (m/f/d)

We are a civil engineering company based in Koblenz, Germany. We work on a variety of construction projects, from cable laying to earthworks. Our employees are our top priority. We offer them private construction projects and a wide range of tasks to keep them busy. We are always looking for talented new craftsmen to strengthen our team!

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Hartung Bau Ingenieur- Tief- und Straßenbau GmbH

Machine Operator - Track Construction Machinery

We are a renowned construction company based in Fulda, specializing in large construction sites and track construction. Our team is the cornerstone of our success, and we are always looking for motivated construction professionals like you to enrich our team.

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