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Terminal operator salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Terminal Operator make in the United States?

Average base salary

$24.46
Average $24.46
Low $18.16
High $32.95

The average salary for a terminal operator is $24.46 per hour in the United States. 556 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 28, 2026).

Terminal Operator job openings in United States

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Beltmann / Ward - Terminal Ope...
GLOMO
Dallas, TX
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Terminal Operator in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Massachusetts Port Authority
 
$94,822per year
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DCP Midstream LP
 
$90,940per year
Crowley Corporation
 
$89,440per year
Metropolitan Washington Airpor...
 
$88,717per year
Phillips 66
 
$83,328per year
PBF Energy
 
$80,795per year

Highest paying cities for Terminal Operators near United States

  1. Athens, NY
    $27.97 per hour
  2. Rensselaer, NY
    $26.75 per hour
  3. Tampa, FL
    $26.27 per hour
  4. Elwood, IL
    $26.27 per hour
  5. Saint Paul, MN
    $24.13 per hour

Where can a Terminal Operator earn more?

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