As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bridge Operator in Johnstown, PA is $72,093, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,386 weekly, or $6,008 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Bridge Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Bridge Operator in Johnstown, PA vary widely, spanning from $57,813 to $92,100. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,618) and 75th percentile ($82,565), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,100 per year. This $17,947 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Equipment Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Johnstown Bridge Operator often earn 11.1% lower than national averages. However, Johnstown currently ranks 777 statewide for Bridge 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
Bridge Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $57,813 Johnstown, PA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $64,618 Johnstown, PA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $72,093 Johnstown, PA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $82,565 Johnstown, PA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $92,100 Johnstown, PA May 01, 2026
25% $64,618 10% $57,813 90% $92,100 75% $82,565 $72,093 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    3 - 5 years experience
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    5 - 7 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Johnstown, Pennsylvania    Johnstown is a city in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States, 43 miles (69 km) west-southwest of Altoona and 67 miles (108 km) east of Pittsburg....More

Johnstown, Pennsylvania  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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Skills associated with Bridge Operator: Bridge, C, Front

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