What are the main factors that influence an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying cities for an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator?

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator salary varies significantly by city. The top 3 highest paying cities in California for Excavating/Loading Machine Operator roles are San Jose $46,857, San Francisco $46,344, Oakland $45,367.

How much do different types of Excavating/Loading Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Excavating/Loading Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Machine Operator IV: $55,461; Senior Machine Operator: $51,590; Machine Operator III: $51,584; Intermediate Machine Operator: $45,500; Machine Operator II: $45,472.

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary in Diamond Springs, CA (May 01, 2026)

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary in Diamond Springs, CA

How much does an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator make in Diamond Springs, CA?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator in Diamond Springs, CA is $39,057 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,854
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,393 to $48,373
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $24,416

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$31,393

Average $39,057/year

$48,373

$2,616

Average $3,255/month

$4,031

$604

Average $751/week

$930

$15

Average $19/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,373	$4,031	$930	$23
Average	$39,057	$3,255	$751	$19
25th Percentile	$31,393	$2,616	$604	$15

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

For an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Crane/Tower Operator role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $57,179 - a projected growth of 46% over your current level.

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