What are the main factors that influence a Field Operator I's salary?

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

How does experience change A Field Operator 's salary?

A Field Operator 's salary grows with experience: a Field Operator I (0-1 years)earns $63,629, a Field Operator II (1-3 years)earns $71,240, a Field Operator III (3-5 years)earns $87,648, a Field Operator IV (5-7 years)earns $96,788, a Field Operations Supervisor (7+ years)earns $114,268,

What are the highest paying states for a Field Operator I?

Field Operator I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Field Operator I roles are District of Columbia $69,566, California $69,303, Massachusetts $68,379. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Field Operator roles make?

Salaries for Field Operator level roles vary by specialization: Specialist Field Operator: $95,593; Field Operator IV: $95,574; Senior Field Operator: $86,563; Field Operator III: $86,549; Intermediate Field Operator: $70,363.

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Field Operator I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Field Operator I make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Field Operator I in Delaware is $63,629 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Field Operator I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,630
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,128 to $69,911
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,120

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Field Operator I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,911	$5,826	$1,344	$34
Average	$63,629	$5,302	$1,224	$31
25th Percentile	$58,128	$4,844	$1,118	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Field Operator I Salaries

A Field Operator I'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 Field Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Field Operator I'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:

Field Operator I (0-1 years): $63,629
Field Operator II (1-3 years): $71,240
Field Operator III (3-5 years): $87,648
Field Operator IV (5-7 years): $96,788
Field Operations Supervisor (7+ years): $114,268

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Field Operator I	0-1 years	$63,629
Field Operator II	1-3 years	$71,240
Field Operator III	3-5 years	$87,648
Field Operator IV	5-7 years	$96,788
Field Operations Supervisor	7+ years	$114,268

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How Do Field Operator I 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 Field Operator Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,566.
California: $69,303.
Massachusetts: $68,379.

District of Columbia $69,566 California $69,303 Massachusetts $68,379 Washington $68,128 New Jersey $68,103 Alaska $68,015 Connecticut $67,147 New York $66,796

Hawaii $65,671 Rhode Island $65,143 Maryland $64,785 Minnesota $64,295 Colorado $64,106 Illinois $64,044 Oregon $63,805 Delaware $63,629

New Hampshire $63,518 Virginia $63,271 Pennsylvania $62,548 Nevada $62,184 North Dakota $62,064 Michigan $61,876 Wisconsin $61,807 Vermont $61,669

Texas $61,285 Maine $61,260 Arizona $61,223 Ohio $61,179 Georgia $60,600 Indiana $60,311 Wyoming $60,255 Utah $60,167

Iowa $60,129 Kansas $59,828 Louisiana $59,740 North Carolina $59,708 Missouri $59,696 Florida $59,451 Montana $59,319 Nebraska $59,193

Kentucky $59,124 South Carolina $58,873 Tennessee $58,716 Idaho $58,653 New Mexico $58,194 Oklahoma $58,094 Alabama $57,723 South Dakota $57,101

Arkansas $56,762 West Virginia $56,579 Mississippi $56,033

Top Paying Cities for Field Operator Is

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:

Lincoln: $65,853
Little Creek: $65,244
Magnolia: $65,514

Lincoln, DE $65,853 Little Creek, DE $65,244 Magnolia, DE $65,514 Milford, DE $65,853 Marydel, DE $64,999 Millsboro, DE $65,853 Millville, DE $66,293 Milton, DE $65,853

Nassau, DE $65,853 Ocean View, DE $66,293 Rehoboth Beach, DE $66,293 Seaford, DE $65,162 Selbyville, DE $66,293 Smyrna, DE $64,923 Viola, DE $65,514 Woodside, DE $65,325

Bear, DE $64,446 Newark, DE $64,471 Claymont, DE $64,521 Delaware City, DE $64,471 Hockessin, DE $64,521 Kirkwood, DE $64,471 Middletown, DE $64,791 Montchanin, DE $64,521

New Castle, DE $64,521 Odessa, DE $64,879 Port Penn, DE $64,295 Rockland, DE $64,521 Saint Georges, DE $64,471 Townsend, DE $64,785 Winterthur, DE $64,521 Lewes, DE $65,853

Wilmington, DE $64,521 Dover, DE $65,212 Dover Afb, DE $65,363 Bethany Beach, DE $66,293 Bethel, DE $65,162 Bridgeville, DE $65,853 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,281 Cheswold, DE $65,062

Clayton, DE $64,898 Dagsboro, DE $66,293 Delmar, DE $65,162 Ellendale, DE $65,853 Felton, DE $65,853 Fenwick Island, DE $66,293 Frankford, DE $66,293 Frederica, DE $65,853

Georgetown, DE $65,853 Greenwood, DE $65,853 Harbeson, DE $65,853 Harrington, DE $65,853 Hartly, DE $64,867 Houston, DE $65,853 Kenton, DE $64,898 Laurel, DE $65,162

Yorklyn, DE $64,521

Field Operator I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Field Operator I'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.

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$58,128

Average $63,629/year

$69,911

$4,844

Average $5,302/month

$5,826

$1,118

Average $1,224/week

$1,344

$28

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,911	$5,826	$1,344	$34
Average	$63,629	$5,302	$1,224	$31
25th Percentile	$58,128	$4,844	$1,118	$28

Field Operator I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Field Operator I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Field Operator I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Field Service Technician II	$58,580	-8%
Electro/Mechanical Technician II	$63,077	-1%
Power Systems Rental Operations Manager	$108,070	70%
Field Operator II	$71,240	12%

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