Panel Operator Salary in Tacoma, Washington

How much does a Panel Operator make in Tacoma, WA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Panel Operator in Tacoma, WA is $76,477. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $51,063 to a high of $102,587, with most professionals earning between $63,175 and $90,144.

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What is a Panel Operator?

A Panel Operator is responsible for monitoring and controlling various systems and equipment within a production facility or industrial plant. This includes overseeing the operation of control panels, adjusting settings, and responding to alarms or malfunctions. The Panel Operator must ensure that all processes are running smoothly and efficiently, and may be required to make adjustments to maintain optimal performance. Additionally, they are responsible for documenting and reporting any issues or incidents that occur during their shift. Strong attention to detail, technical knowledge, and the ability to work well under pressure are essential for this role.

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What does a Panel Operator do?

Common responsibilities of a Panel Operator

Communicate with other operators, technicians, and supervisors to coordinate and troubleshoot operational issues.

September 08, 2023

Participate in training and professional development to stay current with new technologies and best practices in panel operation.

September 22, 2023

Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to schedule and implement equipment upgrades or repairs.

October 11, 2023

Record and document operational data, including readings, measurements, and any incidents or abnormalities.

October 19, 2023

Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of control panels and related equipment.

October 28, 2023

Respond to alarms and alerts, and take appropriate action to address any issues or malfunctions.

October 29, 2023

Monitor and control the operation of various equipment and systems through a control panel.

November 05, 2023

Follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

November 13, 2023

Ensure that all equipment and systems are functioning properly and within specified parameters.

November 14, 2023

Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment and system malfunctions, and make adjustments or repairs as needed.

November 27, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Panel Operator in Tacoma, WA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

63175

90144

76477

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

64093

91578

77712

What is the average salary for Panel Operator in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Panel Operator in Tacoma, WA. The base salary for Panel Operator ranges from $63,175 to $90,144 with the average base salary of $76,477. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,093 to $91,578 with the average total cash compensation of $77,712.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$76,477	$63,175 - $90,144
Bonus	$1,235	$919 - $1,434
Total Pay	$77,712	$64,093 - $91,578

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Panel Operator Salary Near Tacoma, WA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA
CITY, STATE Lakewood, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,199 - $90,179	COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA
CITY, STATE Auburn, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,199 - $90,179	COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA
CITY, STATE Federal Way, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,199 - $90,179	COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA
CITY, STATE Lacey, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,143 - $87,245	COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA
CITY, STATE Renton, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,781 - $92,436	COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA
CITY, STATE Kent, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,074 - $90,000	COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA

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About Tacoma, Washington

Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washington's Puget Sound, 32 miles (51 km) southwest of Seattle (of which it is the largest satellite city), 31 miles (50 km) northeast of the state capital, Olympia, and 58 miles (93 km) northwest of Mount Rainier National Park. The population was 198,397, according to the 2010 census. Tacoma is the second-largest city in the Puget Sound area and the third largest in the state. Tacoma also serves as the center of business activity for the South Sound re...

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