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How much does an Utility Plant Operator I make in Illinois? The average Utility Plant Operator I salary in Illinois is $73,000 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $61,100 and $89,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Utility Plant Operator I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Utility Plant Operator I Salary $50,266 IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Utility Plant Operator I Salary $61,100 IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Utility Plant Operator I Salary $73,000 IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Utility Plant Operator I Salary $89,700 IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Utility Plant Operator I Salary $104,904 IL March 26, 2024
25% $61,100 10% $50,266 90% $104,904 75% $89,700 $73,000 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Utility Plant Operator I controls and repairs power generating facilities and systems to produce bioenergy, hydro, nuclear, solar, thermal or wind power, etc. May require an associate's degree. Monitors and maintains plant equipment to ensure that power plant power delivery operations function within specification. Being an Utility Plant Operator I typically reports to a supervisor. Being an Utility Plant Operator I possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Utility Plant Operator I

    0 - 1 years experience
    Associate's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Utility Plant Operator II

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $74,776 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $74,491 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $67,505 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $68,146 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $69,216 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $74,491 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $67,148 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $66,578 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $69,216 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $65,580 Date Updated March 26, 2024