Dredge Operator Career

Job Description: Operate dredge to remove sand, gravel, or other materials in order to excavate and maintain navigable channels in waterways.


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Dredge Operator Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$53,700

Median Hourly Wage

$25.82*

Total Employed Nationally

940


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.