Wastewater Operator salary in United States
How much does a Wastewater Operator make in the United States?
Average base salary
$22.22
The average salary for a wastewater operator is $22.22 per hour in the United States and $6,750 overtime per year.1.8k salaries reported, updated at August 10, 2022.
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Top companies for Wastewater Operators in United States
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Highest paying cities for Wastewater Operators in United States
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Where can a Wastewater Operator earn more?
Compare salaries for Wastewater Operators in different locations
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Most common benefits for Wastewater Operators
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction
Based on 401 ratings47% of Wastewater Operators in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.
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How much do similar professions get paid in United States?
Waste Water Operator
2,627 job openingsAverage $40,994 per year
Water Treatment Specialist
264 job openingsAverage $66,413 per year
Plant Operator
24,334 job openingsAverage $21.63 per hour
Utility Operator
1,725 job openingsAverage $19.66 per hour
Wastewater Engineer
5,756 job openingsAverage $91,955 per year
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Common questions about salaries for a Wastewater Operator
As a wastewater operator how can I know if I am being paid fairly?
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How can wastewater operators increase their salary?
Each increase comes with more roles and responsibility. You can work towards taking up a supervisory position and oversee other operators if you work in a large plant.One of the other best way for an operator to increase their salary is by completing the next level of licensing.
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