How to become plant and system operators, all othereducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$62,470
25th–75th pct. $48,900–$78,480
Top pay (est.)
$122,900
Top 10% $94,560
Pay in 5 years
$72,100est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$83,300est.
$71,600–$96,700
Outlook score
47/100
★★☆☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
50%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+2.3%
1,200 openings / yr
How to become plant and system operators, all other
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Plant and System Operators, All Other
Career path and how to earn more as plant and system operators, all other
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.