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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
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4-6 years
$94K/yr
($94K • $0)
Neenah, WI
submitted on Jul 23, 2025
$94K/yr
$94K • $0
Utility Operator
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4-6 years
$34K/yr
($28K • $6K)
Springdale, AR
submitted on Jun 26, 2025
$34K/yr
$28K • $6K
Utility Operator
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10-14 years
$54K - $63K/yr
Jacksonville, FL
submitted on Jun 1, 2025
$54K - $63K/yr
Utility Operator
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4-6 years
$60K/yr
($60K • $0)
Petersburg, KY
submitted on Jun 1, 2025
$60K/yr
$60K • $0
Utility Operator
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1-3 years
$46K - $54K/yr
Grafton, WI
submitted on May 22, 2025
$46K - $54K/yr
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Utility Operator
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10-14 years
$84K - $97K/yr
Jacksonville, FL
submitted on May 16, 2025
$84K - $97K/yr
Utility Operator
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10-14 years
$61K/yr
($57K • $4K)
Texarkana
submitted on May 15, 2025
$61K/yr
$57K • $4K
Utility Operator
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1-3 years
$52K/yr
($52K • $0)
Lugoff, SC
submitted on Apr 18, 2025
$52K/yr
$52K • $0
Utility Operator
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1-3 years
$54K/yr
($54K • $0)
South Pittsburg, TN
submitted on Mar 26, 2025
$54K/yr
$54K • $0
Utility Operator
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15+ years
$75K/yr
($75K • $0)
Perth Amboy, NJ
submitted on Mar 8, 2025
$75K/yr
$75K • $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.