How much does a Wastewater Operations Plant Manager make in New Jersey? The average Wastewater Operations Plant Manager salary in New Jersey is $121,600 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $108,200 and $132,800. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Wastewater Operations Plant Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Wastewater Operations Plant Manager Salary $96,000 NJ March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Wastewater Operations Plant Manager Salary $108,200 NJ March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Wastewater Operations Plant Manager Salary $121,600 NJ March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Wastewater Operations Plant Manager Salary $132,800 NJ March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Wastewater Operations Plant Manager Salary $142,997 NJ March 26, 2024
25% $108,200 10% $96,000 90% $142,997 75% $132,800 $121,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Wastewater Operations Plant Manager establishes sampling and testing systems, and ensures proper testing of functionality of pumps, conveyors, blowers, and other equipment. Manages the operations of a wastewater treatment plant to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures and reporting practices. Being a Wastewater Operations Plant Manager typically requires a bachelor's degree or other tech degree. Monitors federal, state, and local regulations and environmental guidelines and creates and updates wastewater treatment procedures to adhere to those regulations. In addition, Wastewater Operations Plant Manager typically reports to a manager or director. The Wastewater Operations Plant Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Wastewater Operations Plant Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $125,284 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $127,501 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $127,612 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $125,173 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $129,497 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $125,284 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $123,399 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $124,397 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $127,612 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $125,284 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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