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Skilled labor jobs like manufacturing, construction and warehousing are in high demand. Warehousing and logistics jobs are projected to grow rapidly with the growth of e-commerce and often pay higher salaries than other jobs that don't require a college degree. While a college degree is not generally required, training in new skills or earning certifications and licenses can be a way to earn a higher salary. While job opportunities are projected to grow, automation remains a risk to the long-term job outlook.
Recent salaries shared by Utility Operator
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Utility Operator
|
15+ years
$60K - $70K/yr
Holly Springs, NC
submitted on Jul 15, 2026
$60K - $70K/yr
Utility Operator
|
1-3 years
$53K - $61K/yr
Greybull, WY
submitted on Jun 25, 2026
$53K - $61K/yr
Utility Operator
|
15+ years
$53K/yr
($50K • $3K)
Middletown, OH
submitted on Jun 22, 2026
$53K/yr
$50K • $3K
Utility Operator
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1-3 years
$81K/yr
($79K • $2K)
Kingsport, TN
submitted on Jun 19, 2026
$81K/yr
$79K • $2K
Utility Operator
|
4-6 years
$69K/yr
($69K • $0)
Evadale, TX
submitted on Jun 14, 2026
$69K/yr
$69K • $0
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Utility Operator
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1-3 years
$58K/yr
($58K • $0)
Decatur, AL
submitted on Jun 5, 2026
$58K/yr
$58K • $0
Utility Operator
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1-3 years
$70K/yr
($70K • $0)
Dunkirk, NY
submitted on May 15, 2026
$70K/yr
$70K • $0
Utility Operator
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4-6 years
$60K - $70K/yr
Fairfield, AL
submitted on Mar 11, 2026
$60K - $70K/yr
Utility Operator
|
15+ years
$39K/yr
($39K • $0)
Brandon, FL
submitted on Feb 23, 2026
$39K/yr
$39K • $0
Utility Operator
|
4-6 years
$33K/yr
($33K • $0)
Decatur, TN
submitted on Jan 24, 2026
$33K/yr
$33K • $0
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Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Utility Operator in United States are Agriculture with a median total pay of $58,700, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $54,942, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $52,470, Energy, Mining & Utilities with a median total pay of $49,487, and Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $43,654.
Agriculture
The top paying company in Agriculture for Utility Operator is Cargill.
Frequently asked questions about Utility Operator salaries
The average salary for Utility Operator is $49,646 per year or $24 per hour, with top earners making up to $70,724 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $41,547 (25th percentile) to $59,902 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 555 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Utility Operator employees.
The highest salary for Utility Operator is $59,902 per year, $4,992 per month or $29 per hour.
The lowest salary for Utility Operator is $41,547 per year, $3,462 per month or $20 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Utility Operator ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $49,361 per year (estimate) and goes up to $52,404 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.