As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Asphalt Plant Operator in New Jersey is $43,807, equivalent to $21 per hour, $842 weekly, or $3,651 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 New Jersey vary widely, spanning from $36,561 to $52,033. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,014) and 75th percentile ($48,113), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,033 per year. This $8,099 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, New Jersey Asphalt Plant Operator often earn 8.4% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies. However, New Jersey currently ranks 5 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 $36,561 NJ October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $40,014 NJ October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $43,807 NJ October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $48,113 NJ October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $52,033 NJ October 01, 2026
25% $40,014 10% $36,561 90% $52,033 75% $48,113 $43,807 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 Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $53,486 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $53,680 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $53,536 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $52,980 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $54,373 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $53,235 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $50,890 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $52,877 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $53,685 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $53,229 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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    Asphalt Plant Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Chemical Plant Operator II

    1 - 3 years experience
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