What are the main factors that influence an Utility Plant Operator II's salary?

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

How does experience change An Utility Plant Operator 's salary?

An Utility Plant Operator 's salary grows with experience: an Utility Plant Operator I (0-1 years)earns $69,777, an Utility Plant Operator II (1-3 years)earns $81,165, a Power Generation Process Operator III (3-5 years)earns $91,151, a Power Generation Process Operator IV (5-7 years)earns $105,524, a Power Generation Plant Operations Shift Supervisor I (7+ years)earns $121,823,

What are the highest paying states for an Utility Plant Operator II?

Utility Plant Operator II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Utility Plant Operator II roles are District of Columbia $89,900, California $89,600, Massachusetts $88,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Utility Plant Operator roles make?

Salaries for Utility Plant Operator level roles vary by specialization: Utility Plant Shift Supervisor II: $147,110; Utility Plant Operator IV: $105,530; Utility Plant Operator V: $91,487; Utility Plant Operator III: $91,160; Utility Plant Operator: $82,878.

How do different companies affect an Utility Plant Operator II's salary?

Company size, industry, and compensation structure create significant salary variations for Utility Plant Operator II roles. Large, established industry leaders like Consolidated Edison Company of New York Inc ($126,909) and GE Renewable Energy ($121,776) offer base salaries 35-40% above the national average. In contrast, smaller firms or startups may offer closer to $76,117.

Utility Plant Operator II Salary in the United States

How much does an Utility Plant Operator II make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Utility Plant Operator II in the United States is $81,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Utility Plant Operator II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,361
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,300 to $92,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,839

10% $71,839

50% (Median) $81,200

90% $103,361

Utility Plant Operator II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,800	$7,733	$1,785	$45
Average	$81,200	$6,767	$1,562	$39
25th Percentile	$76,300	$6,358	$1,467	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Utility Plant Operator II Salaries

An Utility Plant Operator II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Utility Plant Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Utility Plant Operator II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Utility Plant Operator I (0-1 years): $69,777
Utility Plant Operator II (1-3 years): $81,165
Power Generation Process Operator III (3-5 years): $91,151
Power Generation Process Operator IV (5-7 years): $105,524
Power Generation Plant Operations Shift Supervisor I (7+ years): $121,823

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Utility Plant Operator I	0-1 years	$69,777
Utility Plant Operator II	1-3 years	$81,165
Power Generation Process Operator III	3-5 years	$91,151
Power Generation Process Operator IV	5-7 years	$105,524
Power Generation Plant Operations Shift Supervisor I	7+ years	$121,823

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How Do Utility Plant Operator II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Utility Plant Operator IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $89,900.
California: $89,600.
Massachusetts: $88,400.

District of Columbia $89,900 California $89,600 Massachusetts $88,400 Washington $88,100 New Jersey $88,000 Alaska $87,900 Connecticut $86,800 New York $86,300

Hawaii $84,900 Rhode Island $84,200 Maryland $83,700 Minnesota $83,100 Colorado $82,900 Illinois $82,800 Oregon $82,500 Delaware $82,200

New Hampshire $82,100 Virginia $81,800 Pennsylvania $80,800 Nevada $80,400 North Dakota $80,200 Michigan $80,000 Wisconsin $79,900 Vermont $79,700

Maine $79,200 Texas $79,200 Arizona $79,100 Ohio $79,100 Georgia $78,300 Indiana $78,000 Wyoming $77,900 Utah $77,800

Iowa $77,700 Kansas $77,300 Missouri $77,200 Louisiana $77,200 North Carolina $77,200 Florida $76,800 Montana $76,700 Nebraska $76,500

Kentucky $76,400 South Carolina $76,100 Tennessee $75,900 Idaho $75,800 New Mexico $75,200 Oklahoma $75,100 Alabama $74,600 South Dakota $73,800

Arkansas $73,400 West Virginia $73,100 Mississippi $72,400

Top Paying Cities for Utility Plant Operator IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

San Jose: $102,400
San Francisco: $101,300
Oakland: $99,200

San Jose, CA $102,400

San Francisco, CA $101,300

Oakland, CA $99,200

New York, NY $93,500

Paramus, NJ $92,400

Queens Village, NY $92,400

Passaic, NJ $92,300

Bergenfield, NJ $92,300

Huntington, NY $92,100

Stamford, CT $92,100

Newark, NJ $91,500

Bridgeport, CT $91,300

Vallejo, CA $91,100

New Brunswick, NJ $91,100

Petaluma, CA $91,100

Middlesex, NJ $90,900

Somerset, NJ $90,800

Santa Cruz, CA $90,700

Boston, MA $90,200

Monterey, CA $90,000

Seattle, WA $89,800

Santa Rosa, CA $89,800

Los Angeles, CA $89,700

Juneau, AK $89,500

Washington, DC $89,400

Orange, CA $89,100

Santa Ana, CA $88,900

Anaheim, CA $88,800

Anchorage, AK $88,800

Long Beach, CA $88,800

Santa Maria, CA $88,500

Everett, WA $88,500

Danbury, CT $88,200

Bremerton, WA $88,100

Tacoma, WA $87,800

New Suffolk, NY $87,800

Sacramento, CA $87,800

Santa Barbara, CA $87,700

Trenton, NJ $87,600

San Diego, CA $87,600

Brockton, MA $87,500

Fairbanks, AK $87,300

Lompoc, CA $87,100

Lowell, MA $87,100

Ventura, CA $87,100

Nashua, NH $87,000

Stockton, CA $87,000

Modesto, CA $86,400

Poughkeepsie, NY $86,300

New Haven, CT $86,100

Olympia, WA $86,100

Kennewick, WA $86,100

Lawrence, MA $85,800

Hartford, CT $85,700

Riverside, CA $85,700

New Bedford, MA $85,600

Richland, WA $85,600

Atlantic City, NJ $85,500

New Britain, CT $85,500

San Bernardino, CA $85,500

Bakersfield, CA $85,500

New London, CT $85,400

Norwich, CT $85,400

Portsmouth, NH $85,400

Boulder, CO $85,200

Portland, OR $85,100

Worcester, MA $85,100

Minneapolis, MN $84,800

Philadelphia, PA $84,700

Honolulu, HI $84,500

Saint Paul, MN $84,400

Vineland, NJ $84,400

Providence, RI $84,200

Chicago, IL $83,900

Bellingham, WA $83,800

Springfield, MA $83,800

Baltimore, MD $83,700

Chico, CA $83,500

Pittsfield, MA $83,300

Manchester, NH $83,200

Spokane, WA $82,800

Denver, CO $82,800

Albany, NY $82,400

Troy, NY $82,400

Nassau, NY $82,300

Schenectady, NY $82,200

Wilmington, DE $82,100

Burlington, VT $82,000

Salem, OR $82,000

Portland, ME $81,800

Yakima, WA $81,700

Rochester, MN $81,400

Reno, NV $81,400

Fresno, CA $81,400

Milwaukee, WI $81,300

Allentown, PA $81,200

Ann Arbor, MI $81,200

Detroit, MI $81,200

Colorado Springs, CO $81,100

Syracuse, NY $81,000

Carson City, NV $81,000

Houston, TX $80,900

Eugene, OR $80,900

Gary, IN $80,800

Springfield, OR $80,700

Bismarck, ND $80,700

Galveston, TX $80,600

Medford, OR $80,500

Fort Collins, CO $80,500

Concord, NH $80,400

Austin, TX $80,400

Mesa, AZ $80,200

Reading, PA $80,200

Phoenix, AZ $80,200

Dallas, TX $80,200

Saint Cloud, MN $80,100

Madison, WI $80,000

Utica, NY $79,800

Rochester, NY $79,700

Des Moines, IA $79,700

Raleigh, NC $79,600

Atlanta, GA $79,500

Battle Creek, MI $79,500

Salt Lake City, UT $79,500

Lancaster, PA $79,400

Kansas City, MO $79,200

Harrisburg, PA $79,200

Kansas City, KS $79,100

Champaign, IL $79,100

Fort Worth, TX $79,100

Columbus, OH $79,100

Boca Raton, FL $79,100

Pittsburgh, PA $79,100

Cleveland, OH $79,000

Richmond, VA $79,000

Indianapolis, IN $79,000

Cincinnati, OH $78,900

Las Vegas, NV $78,900

Petersburg, VA $78,800

Huntsville, AL $78,700

Lansing, MI $78,600

Lebanon, PA $78,600

Pueblo, CO $78,600

Appleton, WI $78,600

Saint Louis, MO $78,500

Charlotte, NC $78,500

Racine, WI $78,500

Dayton, OH $78,500

Buffalo, NY $78,500

York, PA $78,400

Elkhart, IN $78,400

Gastonia, NC $78,400

Billings, MT $78,400

Beaumont, TX $78,400

Binghamton, NY $78,300

Toledo, OH $78,300

Rock Hill, SC $78,300

Lorain, OH $78,300

Benton Harbor, MI $78,300

Rockford, IL $78,200

Springfield, IL $78,200

Elyria, OH $78,200

Fargo, ND $78,200

Flagstaff, AZ $78,100

Fort Lauderdale, FL $78,100

Grand Forks, ND $78,000

Cheyenne, WY $78,000

Duluth, MN $78,000

Miami, FL $78,000

Bangor, ME $77,800

Cedar Rapids, IA $77,700

Durham, NC $77,700

Louisville, KY $77,700

Grand Rapids, MI $77,700

Hialeah, FL $77,600

Casper, WY $77,500

Akron, OH $77,400

Virginia Beach, VA $77,400

New Orleans, LA $77,400

Scranton, PA $77,400

Peoria, IL $77,300

Sarasota, FL $77,200

Nashville, TN $77,200

Omaha, NE $77,200

Green Bay, WI $77,200

Jamestown, NY $77,100

Davenport, IA $77,100

Baton Rouge, LA $77,100

Charleston, SC $77,100

Tucson, AZ $77,000

Saint Petersburg, FL $77,000

Tampa, FL $77,000

Bradenton, FL $76,900

Evansville, IN $76,900

Port Arthur, TX $76,900

Santa Fe, NM $76,800

Clearwater, FL $76,600

Orlando, FL $76,600

La Crosse, WI $76,400

Canton, OH $76,400

Albuquerque, NM $76,400

Newport News, VA $76,400

High Point, NC $76,300

Ogden, UT $76,300

Corpus Christi, TX $76,200

Norfolk, VA $76,200

Laramie, WY $76,200

Boise, ID $76,100

Salisbury, NC $76,100

Rock Island, IL $76,100

Saginaw, MI $76,100

Jacksonville, FL $76,100

Moline, IL $76,000

Fort Myers, FL $76,000

Memphis, TN $76,000

Tulsa, OK $76,000

Waterloo, IA $75,900

Provo, UT $75,800

Fort Wayne, IN $75,800

Spartanburg, SC $75,800

Lincoln, NE $75,800

Cedar Falls, IA $75,700

San Antonio, TX $75,600

Greensboro, NC $75,600

South Bend, IN $75,600

Savannah, GA $75,500

Muskegon, MI $75,500

Birmingham, AL $75,500

Winston Salem, NC $75,400

Lake Charles, LA $75,200

Anderson, IN $75,200

Lexington, KY $75,200

Augusta, GA $75,200

Greenville, SC $75,200

Wichita, KS $75,100

Tuscaloosa, AL $75,100

Lima, OH $75,100

Springfield, OH $75,000

Columbia, SC $75,000

Asheville, NC $74,900

Bloomington, IN $74,800

Knoxville, TN $74,500

Shreveport, LA $74,500

Wilmington, NC $74,400

Roanoke, VA $74,400

Topeka, KS $74,300

Frankfort, KY $74,300

Longview, TX $74,200

Oklahoma City, OK $74,200

Chillicothe, OH $74,200

Melbourne, FL $74,100

Sioux Falls, SD $74,000

Mobile, AL $74,000

Terre Haute, IN $74,000

Amarillo, TX $73,900

Altoona, PA $73,900

Fayetteville, AR $73,800

Chattanooga, TN $73,800

Killeen, TX $73,800

Sioux City, IA $73,700

Idaho Falls, ID $73,700

Lynchburg, VA $73,600

Gainesville, FL $73,500

Portsmouth, OH $73,500

Clarksville, TN $73,400

Daytona Beach, FL $73,400

Youngstown, OH $73,400

Lafayette, LA $73,400

Little Rock, AR $73,400

Pensacola, FL $73,300

Temple, TX $73,300

Hopkinsville, KY $73,100

Erie, PA $73,100

Florence, SC $73,000

Charleston, WV $72,900

Great Falls, MT $72,900

Tallahassee, FL $72,800

Macon, GA $72,800

Helena, MT $72,700

Fayetteville, NC $72,700

Waco, TX $72,700

Pine Bluff, AR $72,600

Vincennes, IN $72,500

Lubbock, TX $72,500

Alamogordo, NM $72,500

Twin Falls, ID $72,400

Rapid City, SD $72,400

Greenville, MS $72,200

Huntington, WV $72,200

Jackson, MS $72,200

Parkersburg, WV $72,100

Montgomery, AL $72,100

Wichita Falls, TX $72,000

Springfield, MO $72,000

Biloxi, MS $72,000

Monroe, LA $71,900

Columbus, GA $71,800

Sumter, SC $71,800

Johnstown, PA $71,800

Pascagoula, MS $71,700

Abilene, TX $71,700

Kingsport, TN $71,400

Albany, GA $71,400

Gulfport, MS $71,400

Alexandria, LA $71,200

Fort Smith, AR $70,900

El Paso, TX $70,700

Las Cruces, NM $70,400

Harlingen, TX $70,200

Pocatello, ID $70,100

Florence, AL $70,000

Brownsville, TX $70,000

Mcallen, TX $69,900

Dothan, AL $69,700

Columbus, MS $69,300

Altus, OK $68,900

Lawton, OK $68,700

Pierre, SD $68,400

What Skills Can Increase an Utility Plant Operator II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 4.86% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
Healthcare Facilities Management (Mentioned in 5.23% Job Postings): Developing and implementing facility plans and processes while coordinating assets, resources, and people to ensure excellent healthcare services.
Control Structure (Mentioned in 4.05% Job Postings): Control Structures are the blocks that analyze variables and choose directions in which to go based on given parameters.

Skills	Demand Percentage
Troubleshooting	4.86%
Healthcare Facilities Management	5.23%
Control Structure	4.05%

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What skills can make your compensation higher?

Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Utility Plant Operator II's salary.

Team Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Mechanical Systems: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
HVAC: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.

Skill	Salary	Salary % Increase
Team Operations	$86,072	6%
Mechanical Systems	$84,448	4%
HVAC	$84,448	4%

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Utility Plant Operator II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Utility Plant Operator II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $91,165. While startup companies pay approximate $77,215.

Utility Plant Operator II Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$77,215
Growth Stage	51~500	$81,625
Established	501~5000	$88,066
Enterprise	5000+	$91,165

Utility Plant Operator II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Utility Plant Operator II roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, MFG Durable, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Utility Plant Operator positions in Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Utility Plant Operator II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Utility Plant Operator II

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$97,440	$47.0	20%

Utility Plant Operator II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Utility Plant Operator II'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.

$76,300

Average $81,200/year

$92,800

$6,358

Average $6,767/month

$7,733

$1,467

Average $1,562/week

$1,785

$37

Average $39/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,800	$7,733	$1,785	$45
Average	$81,200	$6,767	$1,562	$39
25th Percentile	$76,300	$6,358	$1,467	$37

Utility Plant Operator II Salary Growth & Career Path

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Power Generation Process Operator III Power Generation Plant Operations Manager

For an Utility Plant Operator II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Power Generation Process Operator III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $91,200 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Utility Plant Operator II

Salaries for an Utility Plant Operator II can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $73,234 in 2023 to around $72,430 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Utility Plant Operator II salary trends, .

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Most common benefits for Utility Plant Operator II

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Common company salaries for Utility Plant Operator II

Here are companies hiring for Utility Plant Operator II and their salaries, click below for more details.

C $126,909/per year

Consolidated Edison Company of New York Inc Energy & Utilities the United States

G $121,776/per year

GE Renewable Energy Energy & Utilities the United States

C $117,881/per year

Chint Electric International Co Ltd Energy & Utilities the United States

C $112,827/per year

Constellation Energy Corp Energy & Utilities the United States

P $110,892/per year

Plains GP Holdings LP Energy & Utilities the United States

W $109,070/per year

Weatherford International PLC Energy & Utilities the United States

E $108,905/per year

Enterprise Products Partners LP Energy & Utilities the United States

C $108,399/per year

Constellation Technology Ventures Energy & Utilities the United States

P $105,977/per year

Plains All American Pipeline LP Energy & Utilities the United States

A $104,755/per year

Areva SA Energy & Utilities the United States

H $103,814/per year

Hf Sinclair Corp Energy & Utilities the United States

F $103,342/per year

Florida Power & Light Co Energy & Utilities the United States

G $102,127/per year

Greymart Energy & Utilities the United States

G $98,523/per year

Golden Alpha Inc Energy & Utilities the United States

A $97,825/per year

Alaska Chadux Corp Energy & Utilities the United States

M $92,856/per year

Major Energy Energy & Utilities the United States

W $91,703/per year

Waste Recovery Systems Energy & Utilities the United States

A $91,604/per year

ADS-TEC Energy PLC Energy & Utilities the United States

G $88,905/per year

Great American Disposal Co Energy & Utilities the United States

W $86,937/per year

Wieland Diversified Energy & Utilities the United States

M $86,069/per year

Moser Energy Systems Energy & Utilities the United States

L $85,884/per year

Longevity Partners Energy & Utilities the United States

P $82,126/per year

PricingUtilities.com Energy & Utilities the United States

B $78,189/per year

Blue Water Resources Energy & Utilities the United States

C $76,117/per year

Carbon Rivers LLC Energy & Utilities the United States

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FAQ about Utility Plant Operator II

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Utility Plant Operator II?

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Utility Plant Operator II roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

2. What is the highest paid operator salary?

The highest paid Utility Plant Operators earn a maximum salary of $93,100. The median salary for this role is $83,600, while the minimum salary starts at $75,600. This reflects a competitive compensation structure for skilled operators in the utility sector.

3. What is the highest salary of an operator?

The highest salary for a Utility Plant Operator is ₹93,100 per year. Salary estimates indicate that the range for this position typically falls between ₹75,600 and ₹93,100, with a mid-salary of ₹83,600. These figures reflect the compensation for operators across various industries.

4. How much does a US plant operator earn?

A Utility Plant Operator in the US earns an annual salary ranging from $75,600 to $93,100, with a median salary of $83,600. This reflects a more competitive compensation compared to the average earnings of $46,521 reported for plant operators in general.

5. How much does a plant operator earn in the USA?

The salary for a Utility Plant Operator in the USA ranges from $75,600 to $93,100 per year, with a median salary of $83,600. Entry-level positions typically start at $75,600, while experienced operators can earn up to $93,100 annually.

6. How many hours do plant operators work?

Plant operators typically work full time, often exceeding 40 hours per week. They usually operate on rotating 8- or 12-hour shifts. The salary for Utility Plant Operators ranges from a minimum of $75,600 to a maximum of $93,100, with a mid-range salary of $83,600.

7. What is the highest salary for a plant manager?

The highest salary for a Utility Plant Operator ranges from $75,600 to $93,100, with a mid-salary of $83,600. In comparison, a Plant Manager can earn between $111,000 and $188,000 per year, while a Senior Plant Manager's salary ranges from $115,000 to $190,000, and a Director of Production can earn between $141,000 and $249,000 annually.

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Utility Plant Operator II Salary in the United States

How much does an Utility Plant Operator II make in the United States?

Key Factors That Influence Utility Plant Operator II Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Utility Plant Operator Salaries?

How Do Utility Plant Operator II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Utility Plant Operator IIs

What Skills Can Increase an Utility Plant Operator II's Salary?

What skills can make your compensation higher?

Utility Plant Operator II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Utility Plant Operator II Salary by Company Size

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Utility Plant Operator II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Utility Plant Operator II Salary by Company Size

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The top paying industry for an Utility Plant Operator II

Utility Plant Operator II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Utility Plant Operator II Salary Growth & Career Path

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Average Annual Salary of Utility Plant Operator II Over Time

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FAQ about Utility Plant Operator II

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Utility Plant Operator II?

2. What is the highest paid operator salary?

3. What is the highest salary of an operator?

4. How much does a US plant operator earn?

5. How much does a plant operator earn in the USA?

6. How many hours do plant operators work?

7. What is the highest salary for a plant manager?

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?