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How Much Does a Landfill Operator Make in Tennessee?

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$72,613/yr

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Low $58,918

Average $72,613

High $81,790

The average salary for Landfill Operator is $72,613 per year in Tennessee.

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Company	average base salary in (usd)	range
WM Landfill Laborer	$69,598/yr	$59,084 $80,111 RANGE: $59,084 - $80,111
WEAVER CONSULTANTS GROUP Landfill Field Technician	$69,920/yr	$60,819 $79,021 RANGE: $60,819 - $79,021
WM Landfill Gas Technician	$93,549/yr	$80,097 $107,001 RANGE: $80,097 - $107,001
SCS Engineers Project Engineer - Landfill Gas Collection	$94,966/yr	$84,308 $105,624 RANGE: $84,308 - $105,624
henkel1-pilot Operator	$114,499/yr	$105,814 $123,185 RANGE: $105,814 - $123,185
ADM Operator	$40,687/yr	$35,658 $45,716 RANGE: $35,658 - $45,716
IEA Constructors Operator	$59,718/yr	$50,719 $68,716 RANGE: $50,719 - $68,716
Exchange Operator	$46,136/yr	$39,185 $53,087 RANGE: $39,185 - $53,087
GEODIS Operator	$39,786/yr	$35,237 $44,335 RANGE: $35,237 - $44,335

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Top 10 Highest Paying Cities For Landfill Operator Jobs in Tennessee

It is important to understand how location impacts your career prospects in the United States. There are some cities where a Landfill Operator can find a job easily with a greater salary paid then achieve a higher standard of living. Below is the top cities list for Landfill Operator job salaries in Tennessee. Some cities can pay higher salaries for Landfill Operator jobs, which can indicate that there is a large demand for Landfill Operator positions in this city.

The following table shows top 10 cities where the Landfill Operator salary is higher than other cities in Tennessee. Nashville takes first place in this list, followed by Hendersonville, Franklin. The Landfill Operator salary is $73,868 in Nashville, which is lower than the national average. There is 0 city's Landfill Operator salary higher than national average in Tennessee.

The average salary for a Landfill Operator in Tennessee is $72,613, but we found that the city with the highest salary for Landfill Operator jobs is Nashville, TN, and it is higher than Hendersonville. Landfill Operator jobs in Nashville can have the opportunity to earn higher salaries than in other cities in Tennessee.

CITY	ANNUAL SALARY	MONTHLY PAY	WEEKLY PAY	HOURLY WAGE
Nashville	$73,868	$6,156	$1,421	$36
Hendersonville	$73,789	$6,149	$1,419	$35
Franklin	$73,632	$6,136	$1,416	$35
Memphis	$73,476	$6,123	$1,413	$35
Murfreesboro	$73,319	$6,110	$1,410	$35
Germantown	$73,240	$6,103	$1,408	$35
Jackson	$72,927	$6,077	$1,402	$35
Knoxville	$71,907	$5,992	$1,383	$35
Chattanooga	$71,280	$5,940	$1,371	$34
Clarksville	$70,809	$5,901	$1,362	$34

What Does a Landfill Operator Do?

All landfill operator certifications are provided by the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA).

Updated December 21, 2021

An example of how certified operators provide a financial benefit concerns one of LaBella Associates’ clients, who had only one licensed operator onsite in order to meet the minimum state regulatory requirements of the landfill permit.

Updated December 20, 2021

The point is, by teaching operators how to properly operate and manage the landfill working face, the owners will benefit by operating in a safer manner and more profitably while staying in compliance with the regulations and permit conditions.

Updated December 20, 2021

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS-Must be able to pass written examination, Landfill Operator certification, must have a valid driver license CDL Class A with a T-Double/Triple Trailer/.

Updated December 18, 2021

There, a Landfill Operator can get rid of it, either by burning it or by using it to generate heat or electricity.

Updated December 16, 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions About a Landfill Operator Salaries

What is the average of a Landfill Operator in Tennessee?

The Landfill Operator salary range is from $58,918 to $81,790, and the average Landfill Operator salary is $72,613/year in Tennessee. The Landfill Operator's salary will change in different locations.

Which location pays the highest Landfill Operator salary in the United States?

The Landfill Operator salary in San Jose, CA is $98,412 which is the highest in the US.

What kinds of reasons will influence the Landfill Operator's salary?

Besides the location, employees' education degree, related skills, and work experience also will influence the salary. Try to improve your skills and experience to get a higher salary for the position of Landfill Operator.

What is the growth rate of the Landfill Operator's salary?

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