Assistant Operations Superintendent Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Operations Superintendent make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Operations Superintendent in the United States is $65,808 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Assistant Operations Superintendent's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,458
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,611 to $75,046
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,149

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Operations Superintendent Salaries

An Assistant Operations Superintendent's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Operations Superintendent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Operations Superintendent's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $63,883
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $91,524
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,882
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,819
  • Expert (over 8 years): $195,454
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Assistant Operations Superintendent less than 1 year $63,883
Operations Senior Supervisor 1-2 years $91,524
Operations Manager 2-4 years $103,882
Senior Operations Manager 5-8 years $140,819
Operations Director over 8 years $195,454

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Operations Superintendent

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $83,003
  • San Francisco: $82,094
  • Oakland: $80,364

Assistant Operations Superintendent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Operations Superintendent roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Operations Superintendent positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Operations Superintendent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Operations Superintendent

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense $72,388 $35.0 10%
Business Services $72,388 $35.0 10%
Construction $72,388 $35.0 10%
Energy & Utilities $72,388 $35.0 10%
Healthcare $72,388 $35.0 10%

How Education impacts an Assistant Operations Superintendent's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Operations Superintendent professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Operations Superintendent with a high school is between $66,612 and $71,327.

Assistant Operations Superintendent Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Operations Superintendent
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.8%
High School 29.4%
Associate's Degree 15.9%
Bachelor's Degree 43.8%
Master's Degree or MBA 9.9%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.2%

Assistant Operations Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Operations Superintendent's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$57,611
Average $65,808/year
$75,046
$4,801
Average $5,484/month
$6,254
$1,108
Average $1,266/week
$1,443
$28
Average $32/hour
$36
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $75,046 $6,254 $1,443 $36
Average $65,808 $5,484 $1,266 $32
25th Percentile $57,611 $4,801 $1,108 $28

Most common benefits for Assistant Operations Superintendent

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant Operations Superintendent

Here are companies hiring for Assistant Operations Superintendent and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Assistant Operations Superintendent Job

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  • Buckeye Franchising LLC | Columbus, OH

    Buckeye Franchising LLC | Columbus, OH

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    MEI Industrial Solutions | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description.  . Position Summary. The Sales Operations Assistant performs multiple tasks, collections, supporting sales staff with quo... more

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  • FirstKey Homes LLC | Columbus, OH

    FirstKey Homes LLC | Columbus, OH

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  • US Department of Defense | Columbus, OH

    US Department of Defense | Columbus, OH

    Operations Assistant NF-02This position is located at DLA Columbus in Whitehall, Ohio, with the MWR Golf Course. Incentives and bonuses are not paid. Howev... more

    8 Days Ago

  • US Government Jobs | Columbus, OH

    US Government Jobs | Columbus, OH

    Job TitleThis position is located at DLA Columbus in Whitehall, Ohio location with the MWR Golf Course.Incentives and BonusesIncentives will not be paid.Fr... more

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  • USA Jobs | Columbus, OH

    USA Jobs | Columbus, OH

    Operations Administrative AssistantWe are seeking an Operations Administrative Assistant to provide administrative and operational support that ensures eff... more

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FAQ about Assistant Operations Superintendent

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Operations Superintendent?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Operations Superintendent roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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