All plant and system operators not listed separately.
Plant and System Operators, All Other
SOC: 51-8099 O*NET: 51-8099.00
Median Salary
$62,470
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 1.6%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.6
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All plant and system operators not listed separately.
What does a Plant and System Operators, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$40,700
10th percentile
Early Career
$48,900
25th percentile
Median
$62,470
50th percentile
Experienced
$78,480
75th percentile
Top Earners
$94,560
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$40,700
25th
$48,900
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$62,470
Mean: $65,700
75th
$78,480
90th
$94,560
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $53,860 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $48,900 and $78,480
- •Salary spread is 47.4% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 14,080 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:16,300
Top Industries
Manufacturing43%
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing17%
Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing11.7%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+1.6%
Annual Openings:1,600
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)16,300
Current
2034 (Projected)16,600
+1.6%
+300
Employment Change
+1.6%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Plant and System Operators, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 44 locations
Texas
3,570 jobs$50,8202.80x
California
1,560 jobs$78,0200.94x
Colorado
1,050 jobs$51,6004.02x
Pennsylvania
620 jobs$50,8401.13x
Florida
590 jobs$50,9100.66x
Missouri
380 jobs$51,5601.44x
Louisiana
350 jobs$62,6302.02x
Ohio
340 jobs$64,1400.68x
New York
310 jobs$74,7000.35x
New Jersey
290 jobs$69,9700.74x
Indiana
280 jobs$70,4900.96x
Maryland
270 jobs$81,8901.08x
Michigan
250 jobs$64,6900.62x
Georgia
240 jobs$44,6700.54x
Illinois
230 jobs$77,7800.41x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025
Key Growth Factors
Standard growth expectations for this occupation
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Plant and System Operators, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Plant and System Operators, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Trade Colleges That Train for Plant and System Operators, All Other
Top trade colleges by completions in fields that prepare students for this career.
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN
2.3k program completions/year
Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX
1.2k program completions/year
Tulsa Welding School-Houston
Houston, TX
1.2k program completions/year
Tulsa Welding School-Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
984 program completions/year
South Florida Institute of Technology
Miami, FL
891 program completions/year
SOWELA Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA
870 program completions/year
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Lexington, KY
821 program completions/year
Refrigeration School Inc
Phoenix, AZ
781 program completions/year
Stark State College
North Canton, OH
731 program completions/year
River Parishes Community College
Gonzales, LA
695 program completions/year
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC
679 program completions/year
Lee College
Baytown, TX
601 program completions/year