Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links marked with (Ad). If you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Learn more
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining Salary in Maine
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining make in Maine?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$55,890
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.0% vs 2024
$57,470
Mean Salary
$55,890
Median Salary
$26.87
Hourly Rate
230 people work as Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining salary by percentile in Maine
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine earn a median salary of $55,890 per year ($4,657/month).
This is 6.5% below the national average of $59,780.
Maine ranks #33 out of 49 states for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining pay.
Approximately 230 people work in this occupation across Maine.
Salaries increased by 1.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining
Operate or tend machinery at surface mining site, equipped with scoops, shovels, or buckets to excavate and load loose materials.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
4.12
Operations Monitoring
3.62
Monitoring
3.12
Reading Comprehension
3.0
Active Listening
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
3.24
Building and Construction
3.17
Public Safety and Security
2.97
English Language
2.65
Mathematics
2.63
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(71.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine
Salaries for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine range from $44,480 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $76,230 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $49,250 and $64,010.
Median $55,890
P10: $44,480P25: $49,250P75: $64,010P90: $76,230
10th
$44,480
25th
$49,250
Median
$55,890
75th
$64,010
90th
$76,230
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$44,480
$21.38
$3,706
25th Percentile
$49,250
$23.68
$4,104
Median (50th)
$55,890
$26.87
$4,657
75th Percentile
$64,010
$30.77
$5,334
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$76,230
$36.65
$6,352
Note: The mean (average) salary of $57,470 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#33
Maine ranks #33 of 49 states
$59,780
National avg. for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining
How much do Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining make in Maine?
The median annual salary for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine is $55,890 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $57,470.
What is the salary range for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine?
Salaries for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine range from $44,480 at the 10th percentile to $76,230 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $49,250 and $64,010.
What is the starting salary for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine?
Entry-level Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining positions in Maine typically start around $44,480 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $49,250 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 230 people are employed as Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine.
What is the hourly rate for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Maine is approximately $26.87 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
We use cookies to improve your experience, analyze site traffic, and serve relevant ads.
You can choose which categories to allow. For details, see our
Privacy Policy and
Cookie List.