How much does a Chemical Plant Operator III make in Chicago, IL? The average Chemical Plant Operator III salary in Chicago, IL is $70,627 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $60,613 and $84,296. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Chemical Plant Operator III Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chemical Plant Operator III Salary $51,496 Chicago,IL May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Chemical Plant Operator III Salary $60,613 Chicago,IL May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Chemical Plant Operator III Salary $70,627 Chicago,IL May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Chemical Plant Operator III Salary $84,296 Chicago,IL May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Chemical Plant Operator III Salary $96,740 Chicago,IL May 28, 2024
25% $60,613 10% $51,496 90% $96,740 75% $84,296 $70,627 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Chemical Plant Operator III need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Commitment: An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.

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Futures: Futures are derivative financial contracts obligating the buyer to purchase an asset or the seller to sell an asset at a predetermined future date and set price.

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Computer Systems: A computer system is a set of integrated devices that input, output, process, and store data and information. Computer systems are currently built around at least one digital processing device.

Commitment 5.15%
Futures 3.76%
Computer Systems 2.38%
Others 88.71%

Job Description for Chemical Plant Operator III

Chemical Plant Operator III controls equipment and systems that process chemical substances and materials into products. Operates equipment and monitors the production process to ensure efficient and safe output. Being a Chemical Plant Operator III follows standard operating procedures and performs in process quality checks to identify and resolve issues during processing. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, respond to system notifications and makes required adjustments as needed. Additionally, Chemical Plant Operator III enters required production data and information into logs. May unload or move materials. Follows all procedures for safe material handling and required safety gear. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Chemical Plant Operator III works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Chemical Plant Operator III typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Chemical Plant Operator III

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Chemical Plant Operator III, the first career path typically starts with a Chemical Plant Operations Supervisor position, and then progresses to Chemical Plant Operations Manager.

Additionally, the second career path typically progresses to Mine Foreman.

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Chemical Plant Operator III salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Chemical Plant Operator III, the highest Chemical Plant Operator III salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Chemical Plant Operator III salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Chemical Plant Operator III salary is in Miami, FL, where the Chemical Plant Operator III salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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