
Excavator and Wheel Loader Operator
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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Kouvola, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 93% lower. The offer sits below the benchmark range (€1,906–€4,048). The listed pay band (€187–€213) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 88 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All roles in Kouvola, Finland | €1,906/per month | €2,398/per month | €4,048/per month |
| Pay in our data — not quoted in ad (Mid-Level) | €187/per month | €200/per month | €213/per month |
Excavator and Wheel Loader Operators (Kouvola) Application period 04.08.2026 – 18.08.2026 We are looking for excavator and wheel loader operators for our client companies for various earthworks, infrastructure, and industrial sites in the Kouvola area. Job duties consist of versatile earthworks and infrastructure construction work, such as soil displacement, excavation, foundation work, material handling, and various tasks related to machine contracting at construction sites. Job duties vary by site, so you will gain experience in different projects. The machines used in the work are mainly excavators and wheel loaders. Previous experience in driving an excavator or wheel loader is an advantage in the position, but we are not looking only for professionals with long experience. You may be the person we are looking for even with less experience. The most important things are interest in the field, a desire to learn new things, and a brisk and responsible work ethic. Work is mainly done on weekdays in the day shift. Work starts according to the agreement as soon as suitable people are found. We expect from you: - Some experience in driving an excavator and/or wheel loader - Desire to learn and develop as a professional in the field - Proactive and responsible work ethic - Valid occupational safety card - Finnish language skills We consider as an advantage: - Experience in using machine control systems, but knowledge of them is not essential - B-driver's license and the possibility to move independently to construction sites - Valid Tieturva 1 card Interested? Fill out the application via the link provided. Tell us about your skills and previous work experience in the application.
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Performing diverse earthworks and infrastructure construction tasks
- Executing soil displacement and excavation work
- Conducting foundation work and material handling
- Handling various machine contracting tasks at construction sites
- Operating excavators and wheel loaders
Requirements
- Some experience in operating an excavator and/or wheel loader
- Willingness to learn and develop professionally
- Proactive and responsible work ethic
- Valid occupational safety card
- Finnish language skills
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