Waste Operative Salary in Palatine, IL

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How much does a Waste Operative make in Palatine, IL? The average Waste Operative salary in Palatine, IL is $59,926 as of August 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $51,238 and $71,173. 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 Waste Operative?

A Waste Operative is responsible for collecting, sorting, and disposing of waste materials in a safe and efficient manner. This may involve operating waste collection vehicles, sorting recyclable materials, and ensuring that hazardous waste is handled and disposed of according to regulations. Waste Operatives may also be responsible for maintaining waste collection equipment, keeping waste storage areas clean and organized, and assisting with general maintenance tasks as needed. Additionally, they may be required to communicate with the public and provide information on waste disposal and recycling practices. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a commitment to environmental sustainability.

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3rd shift Press Operator
Stevens Industries - Hagarstown , IL
... waste properly. Requirements * Knowledge of the basic principles and techniques of operating ... different types of press machines, such as hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical or electrical. * Skill ...
Jobs2Careers - 14 days ago
Fiber Laser Machine Operator / Programmer
Roofmaster Products Co - Fort Worth , TX
This application of efforts reduces material waste and handling labor. The operator is also required to do the required daily, weekly, monthly maintenance and schedule outside service maintenance as ...
iHire - 39 days ago
CDL - Residential Automated Driver
GFL Environmental - Mayfield , KY
The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and ... • Follows safe operating practices, including lock out/ tag out procedures to ensure proper ...
SonicJobs US - 10 days ago
Superintendent of Public Works
City of Richardton - Richardton , ND
Certified, or willingness to obtain certification, as a Water Distribution Operator Class 1, and Waste Water Collection System Operator Class 1. *Ability to pass a background check and drug test
Recruitology - 11 days ago
Sheetmetal Tech II
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - Queen Creek , AZ
Ensure standard operating procedures are followed when operating ground support equipment. . * Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags
JobGet - 12 days ago
RSPC Supervisor
Lactalis USA - Tulare , CA
The RSPC Supervisor leads a team of operators and meets production targets while minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency. From your EXPERTISE to ours Key responsibilities for this position include
Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 3 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Waste Operative in Palatine, IL

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What is the average salary for Waste Operative in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Waste Operative in Palatine, IL. The base salary for Waste Operative ranges from $51,238 to $71,173 with the average base salary of $59,926. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $51,539 to $71,626 with the average total cash compensation of $60,319.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $59,926 $51,238 - $71,173
Bonus $393 $301 - $453
Total Pay $60,319 $51,539 - $71,626
* 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.

Waste Operative Salary Near Palatine, IL

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Palatine, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,482 - $71,512 COMPARE TO Palatine, IL
CITY, STATE Des Plaines, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,541 - $72,983 COMPARE TO Palatine, IL
CITY, STATE Schaumburg, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,141 - $72,427 COMPARE TO Palatine, IL
CITY, STATE Mount Prospect, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,501 - $72,928 COMPARE TO Palatine, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,661 - $73,150 COMPARE TO Palatine, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,661 - $73,150 COMPARE TO Palatine, IL
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About Palatine, Illinois    Palatine (/ˈpælətaɪn/) is a village in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is a northwestern residential suburb of Chicago. As of the 2000 census....More

Palatine, Illinois  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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