As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Asphalt Plant Operator in Montana is $36,878, equivalent to $18 per hour, $709 weekly, or $3,073 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Asphalt Plant Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Asphalt Plant Operator in Montana vary widely, spanning from $30,779 to $43,803. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,686) and 75th percentile ($40,503), while top earners (90th percentile) make $43,803 per year. This $6,817 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Written Communication or Chemistry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Montana Asphalt Plant Operator often earn 5.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies. However, Montana currently ranks 39 nationwide for Asphalt Plant Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Asphalt Plant Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $30,779 MT September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $33,686 MT September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $36,878 MT September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $40,503 MT September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $43,803 MT September 01, 2026
25% $33,686 10% $30,779 90% $43,803 75% $40,503 $36,878 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Equipment operator (abbreviated as EO) is a United States Navy occupational rating. Equipment operators perform tasks involving deployment and operation of automotive, materials handling, weight lifting and construction equipment; direct and coordinate efforts of individuals and crews in execution of construction, earth‑moving, roadbuilding, quarrying, asphalt batching and paving, concrete batch plant operations, concrete paving and transit mixer operation assignments; maintain records and reports on mobile and stationary equipment and organize and supervise automotive and construction equip...

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Location Belgrade, MT Avg. Salary $44,275 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Absarokee, MT Avg. Salary $44,213 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Acton, MT Avg. Salary $45,283 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alberton, MT Avg. Salary $44,132 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alder, MT Avg. Salary $44,109 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alzada, MT Avg. Salary $44,146 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Anaconda, MT Avg. Salary $44,222 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Angela, MT Avg. Salary $44,067 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Antelope, MT Avg. Salary $44,234 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Arlee, MT Avg. Salary $44,149 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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    Asphalt Plant Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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