Tower Controller Salary in Rochester, NY

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How much does a Tower Controller make in Rochester, NY? The average Tower Controller salary in Rochester, NY is $103,473 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $95,362 and $112,375. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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What is a Tower Controller?

A Tower Controller is responsible for managing the movement of aircraft on the ground and in the airspace around an airport. They communicate with pilots to provide instructions for takeoff, landing, and taxiing, and ensure that all aircraft operate safely and efficiently within the designated airspace. Tower Controllers also monitor weather conditions, air traffic, and airport operations to make decisions about runway usage and flight paths. They work closely with other air traffic control personnel to coordinate the flow of air traffic and maintain a safe and orderly environment for aircraft operations. Additionally, they may provide assistance to pilots in emergency situations and ensure compliance with air traffic regulations and procedures.

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Job Openings for Tower Controller in Rochester, NY
Air Traffic Controller
CI² Aviation - Auburn , AL
Salary: CI2 Aviation's Air Traffic Controller's Job Description for Auburn University Regional ... Auburn University Regional Airport (AUO) will operate as a Non-Federal Contract Tower until ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 45 days ago
MANUFACTURING - 2nd Shift Machine Operator
TOWER LABORATORIES LTD. - Clinton , CT
Tower Labs' production environment is clean and temperature and humidity controlled. Uniforms provided free of charge. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: * Mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot and ...
ZipRecruiter - 6 days ago
Clerk I Tower & Control
Metro-North Railroad - New York , NY
Clerk I Tower & Control/Delay Operator DEPT/DIV: Operations WORK LOCATION: Grand Central Terminal ... Controller during service disruptions by administratively handling minor delays and recording ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 5 days ago
Tower Manager
Wisper ISP - Mascoutah , IL
Wisper Internet is seeking a full time non-exempt Tower Manager to join our Field Operations ... Experience with budget monitoring, controlling resources & spending money * Document & record ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 19 days ago
Project Manager
Tower Pinkster - Grand Rapids , MI
This includes understanding the scope of work, planning the work, organizing the team, leading the team, and controlling the project. The main responsibilities are project profitability, client ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 31 days ago
Air Traffic Controller Specialist
Techwise - El Paso , TX
Possess a Control Tower Operator Certificate prior to appointment * Possess ATCS certification prior to appointment * Must be able to maintain a class IV flight physical The successful candidate must ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 67 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Tower Controller in Rochester, NY

Average Base Salary

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95362
112375
103473

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
98695
118186
107846
What is the average salary for Tower Controller in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Tower Controller in Rochester, NY. The base salary for Tower Controller ranges from $95,362 to $112,375 with the average base salary of $103,473. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $98,695 to $118,186 with the average total cash compensation of $107,846.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $103,473 $95,362 - $112,375
Bonus $4,374 $3,333 - $5,811
Total Pay $107,846 $98,695 - $118,186
* 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.

Tower Controller Salary Near Rochester, NY

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,535 - $112,580 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Buffalo, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,618 - $111,498 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,424 - $111,270 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Clay, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $96,383 - $113,579 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $96,383 - $113,579 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $91,786 - $108,161 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
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About Rochester, New York    Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) eas....More

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