What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Systems Operator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Systems Operator?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Systems Operator roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Systems Operator's salary?

An Assistant Systems Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $42,434 for beginners, reaching about $55,948 at mid-level, and approach $130,816 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Systems Operator?

Assistant Systems Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Systems Operator roles are District of Columbia $51,246, California $51,051, Massachusetts $50,371. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Systems Operator roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Systems Operator level roles vary by specialization: Water Systems Operator: $94,892; Information Systems Assistant: $93,370; Assistant Systems Analyst: $79,095; Systems Support Assistant, Sr.: $76,842; Assistant Systems Administrative: $74,255.

Assistant Systems Operator Salary in South Carolina

How much does an Assistant Systems Operator make in South Carolina? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Systems Operator in South Carolina is $43,368 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,931
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,747 to $47,850
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,451

10% $36,451

50% (Median) $43,368

90% $51,931

Assistant Systems Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,850	$3,988	$920	$23
Average	$43,368	$3,614	$834	$21
25th Percentile	$39,747	$3,312	$764	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Systems Operator Salaries

An Assistant Systems Operator'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Systems Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Systems Operator'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): $42,434
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,735
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,948
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,931
Expert (over 8 years): $130,816

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Assistant Systems Operator	less than 1 year	$42,434
Chemical Plant Operator II	1-2 years	$50,735
Chemical Plant Operator III	2-4 years	$55,948
Chemical Plant Operations Supervisor	5-8 years	$94,931
Chemical Plant Operations Manager	over 8 years	$130,816

How Do Assistant Systems Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Assistant Systems Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,246.
California: $51,051.
Massachusetts: $50,371.

District of Columbia $51,246 California $51,051 Massachusetts $50,371 Washington $50,186 New Jersey $50,167 Alaska $50,102 Connecticut $49,464 New York $49,204

Hawaii $48,376 Rhode Island $47,987 Maryland $47,723 Minnesota $47,362 Colorado $47,223 Illinois $47,177 Oregon $47,001 Delaware $46,872

New Hampshire $46,790 Virginia $46,608 Pennsylvania $46,076 Nevada $45,807 North Dakota $45,719 Michigan $45,580 Wisconsin $45,529 Vermont $45,428

Texas $45,145 Maine $45,127 Arizona $45,099 Ohio $45,067 Georgia $44,641 Indiana $44,428 Wyoming $44,386 Utah $44,321

Iowa $44,294 Kansas $44,072 Louisiana $44,007 North Carolina $43,984 Missouri $43,974 Florida $43,794 Montana $43,697 Nebraska $43,604

Kentucky $43,553 South Carolina $43,368 Tennessee $43,252 Idaho $43,206 New Mexico $42,868 Oklahoma $42,794 Alabama $42,521 South Dakota $42,063

Arkansas $41,813 West Virginia $41,679 Mississippi $41,276

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Systems Operator

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:

Spartanburg: $43,211
Boiling Springs: $43,213
Arcadia: $43,211

Spartanburg, SC $43,211

Boiling Springs, SC $43,213

Arcadia, SC $43,211

Buffalo, SC $43,008

Campobello, SC $42,917

Chesnee, SC $43,094

Clifton, SC $43,205

Clinton, SC $42,524

Converse, SC $43,216

Cowpens, SC $43,154

Cross Anchor, SC $42,911

Cross Hill, SC $42,152

Drayton, SC $43,212

Duncan, SC $43,105

Enoree, SC $42,926

Fairforest, SC $43,211

Fingerville, SC $43,051

Gaffney, SC $43,269

Glendale, SC $43,222

Alcolu, SC $40,948

Ballentine, SC $42,710

Bamberg, SC $41,772

Batesburg, SC $42,313

Bethune, SC $41,878

Bishopville, SC $41,424

Blackstock, SC $43,000

Blair, SC $42,703

Blythewood, SC $42,644

Bowman, SC $41,769

Camden, SC $42,130

Cameron, SC $41,686

Carlisle, SC $42,844

Cassatt, SC $41,860

Cayce, SC $42,748

Chapin, SC $42,560

Chappells, SC $41,991

Cope, SC $41,902

Cordova, SC $42,013

Dalzell, SC $41,313

Davis Station, SC $41,302

Denmark, SC $41,871

Eastover, SC $42,211

Elgin, SC $42,536

Elliott, SC $41,276

Elloree, SC $41,707

Eutawville, SC $41,945

Gable, SC $40,950

Gadsden, SC $42,214

Gaston, SC $42,650

Gilbert, SC $42,505

Great Falls, SC $43,288

Greeleyville, SC $41,414

Heath Springs, SC $42,993

Holly Hill, SC $41,881

Hopkins, SC $42,620

Horatio, SC $41,855

Irmo, SC $42,653

Jenkinsville, SC $42,631

Kershaw, SC $42,213

Lamar, SC $41,454

Leesville, SC $42,428

Lexington, SC $42,691

Liberty Hill, SC $42,697

Little Mountain, SC $42,532

Lugoff, SC $42,341

Lydia, SC $41,504

Lynchburg, SC $41,158

Ehrhardt, SC $41,511

Lodge, SC $41,520

Mc Bee, SC $41,920

Manning, SC $41,164

Mayesville, SC $40,972

Monetta, SC $42,268

Neeses, SC $42,205

Newberry, SC $42,253

New Zion, SC $41,095

North, SC $42,297

Norway, SC $41,970

Olanta, SC $41,362

Orangeburg, SC $41,904

Peak, SC $42,603

Pelion, SC $42,479

Pinewood, SC $41,286

New Ellenton, SC $42,627

Allendale, SC $41,837

Barnwell, SC $42,049

Hilda, SC $41,916

Bath, SC $42,831

Blackville, SC $41,923

Bradley, SC $42,071

Clarks Hill, SC $42,681

Clearwater, SC $42,831

Edgefield, SC $42,484

Elko, SC $42,136

Fairfax, SC $41,700

Gloverville, SC $42,800

Graniteville, SC $42,779

Jackson, SC $42,768

Johnston, SC $42,397

Langley, SC $42,820

Mc Cormick, SC $42,171

Martin, SC $41,918

Modoc, SC $42,522

Montmorenci, SC $42,544

Mount Carmel, SC $41,880

North Augusta, SC $42,831

Beech Island, SC $42,831

Olar, SC $41,743

Parksville, SC $42,447

Plum Branch, SC $42,402

Sycamore, SC $41,729

Trenton, SC $42,602

Troy, SC $42,284

Ulmer, SC $41,721

Vaucluse, SC $42,748

Warrenville, SC $42,792

Williston, SC $42,249

Windsor, SC $42,379

Beaufort, SC $42,438

Ladys Island, SC $42,291

Okatie, SC $42,659

Bluffton, SC $42,842

Brunson, SC $41,579

Coosawhatchie, SC $42,334

Crocketville, SC $41,695

Dale, SC $42,187

Daufuskie Island, SC $42,879

Early Branch, SC $41,948

Estill, SC $41,923

Saint Helena Island, SC $42,377

Furman, SC $42,036

Garnett, SC $42,233

Gifford, SC $41,774

Hampton, SC $41,756

Hilton Head Island, SC $42,680

Hardeeville, SC $42,939

Islandton, SC $41,596

Lobeco, SC $42,214

Luray, SC $41,616

Miley, SC $41,548

Pineland, SC $42,262

Port Royal, SC $42,484

Ridgeland, SC $42,508

Scotia, SC $42,042

Seabrook, SC $42,172

Sheldon, SC $42,378

Tillman, SC $42,463

Varnville, SC $41,855

Yemassee, SC $41,993

Clemson, SC $42,509

Cleveland, SC $42,581

Conestee, SC $42,833

Donalds, SC $42,474

Inman, SC $43,109

Joanna, SC $42,384

Jonesville, SC $43,126

Kinards, SC $42,089

Landrum, SC $42,654

Laurens, SC $42,521

Lockhart, SC $43,138

Lyman, SC $42,967

Mayo, SC $43,144

Moore, SC $43,206

Mountville, SC $42,214

Pacolet, SC $43,152

Pacolet Mills, SC $43,162

Pauline, SC $43,123

Reidville, SC $43,081

Roebuck, SC $43,190

Startex, SC $43,186

Una, SC $43,211

Union, SC $42,970

Waterloo, SC $42,307

Wellford, SC $43,174

White Stone, SC $43,218

Woodruff, SC $43,033

Charleston, SC $43,951

Charleston Afb, SC $43,951

North Charleston, SC $43,951

Hanahan, SC $43,951

Adams Run, SC $43,277

Awendaw, SC $43,560

Bethera, SC $43,089

Bonneau, SC $42,646

Branchville, SC $41,709

Canadys, SC $42,162

Cordesville, SC $43,330

Cottageville, SC $42,975

Cross, SC $42,151

Dorchester, SC $42,547

Edisto Island, SC $43,149

Due West, SC $42,300

Easley, SC $42,768

Fair Play, SC $42,192

Fountain Inn, SC $42,726

Gray Court, SC $42,654

Greenwood, SC $42,160

Greer, SC $42,814

Hodges, SC $42,285

Honea Path, SC $42,561

Iva, SC $42,160

La France, SC $42,546

Liberty, SC $42,656

Long Creek, SC $41,938

Lowndesville, SC $42,176

Marietta, SC $42,653

Mauldin, SC $42,815

Mountain Rest, SC $42,040

Newry, SC $42,434

Ninety Six, SC $42,106

Norris, SC $42,591

Pelzer, SC $42,715

Pendleton, SC $42,567

Pickens, SC $42,612

Seneca, SC $42,424

Piedmont, SC $42,783

Richland, SC $42,297

Salem, SC $42,339

Sandy Springs, SC $42,510

Simpsonville, SC $42,749

Six Mile, SC $42,504

Slater, SC $42,712

Starr, SC $42,346

Sunset, SC $42,470

Tamassee, SC $42,149

Taylors, SC $42,779

Tigerville, SC $42,703

Townville, SC $42,370

Travelers Rest, SC $42,704

Walhalla, SC $42,240

Ware Shoals, SC $42,539

Westminster, SC $42,118

West Union, SC $42,351

Williamston, SC $42,664

Blacksburg, SC $43,667

Bowling Green, SC $44,282

Catawba, SC $44,323

Chester, SC $43,699

Fort Mill, SC $44,303

Chesterfield, SC $41,960

Clover, SC $44,306

Edgemoor, SC $44,311

Fort Lawn, SC $43,911

Hickory Grove, SC $43,376

Jefferson, SC $42,113

Lancaster, SC $43,706

Lando, SC $44,241

Mc Connells, SC $44,096

Mount Croghan, SC $42,173

Pageland, SC $42,914

Richburg, SC $43,879

Rock Hill, SC $44,604

Ruby, SC $42,079

Sharon, SC $43,537

Smyrna, SC $43,595

Van Wyck, SC $44,269

York, SC $44,200

Aiken, SC $42,591

Folly Beach, SC $43,951

Walterboro, SC $42,206

Williams, SC $41,737

Florence, SC $41,628

Andrews, SC $41,705

Aynor, SC $41,590

Bennettsville, SC $41,488

Blenheim, SC $41,540

Cades, SC $41,264

Centenary, SC $41,452

Cheraw, SC $41,927

Clio, SC $41,477

Conway, SC $41,588

Coward, SC $41,542

Darlington, SC $41,618

Dillon, SC $41,482

Effingham, SC $41,608

Fork, SC $41,470

Galivants Ferry, SC $41,582

Green Sea, SC $41,526

Gresham, SC $41,493

Hamer, SC $41,545

Hartsville, SC $41,639

Hemingway, SC $41,554

Johnsonville, SC $41,399

Kingstree, SC $41,584

Lake City, SC $41,362

Lake View, SC $41,550

Lane, SC $41,668

Latta, SC $41,538

Little River, SC $41,812

Little Rock, SC $41,517

Longs, SC $41,688

Loris, SC $41,571

Mc Coll, SC $41,658

Marion, SC $41,507

Myrtle Beach, SC $41,697

Minturn, SC $41,485

Mullins, SC $41,483

Murrells Inlet, SC $41,597

Nesmith, SC $41,533

Nichols, SC $41,514

North Myrtle Beach, SC $41,802

Pamplico, SC $41,500

Patrick, SC $41,902

Pawleys Island, SC $41,526

Rains, SC $41,495

Salters, SC $41,673

Scranton, SC $41,469

Sellers, SC $41,526

Society Hill, SC $41,510

Tatum, SC $41,645

Wallace, SC $41,782

Greenville, SC $42,831

Abbeville, SC $42,131

Anderson, SC $42,534

Belton, SC $42,594

Calhoun Falls, SC $41,968

Central, SC $42,548

Georgetown, SC $41,667

Goose Creek, SC $43,840

Green Pond, SC $42,656

Grover, SC $42,134

Harleyville, SC $42,037

Hollywood, SC $43,498

Huger, SC $43,425

Isle Of Palms, SC $43,943

Jacksonboro, SC $42,947

Jamestown, SC $42,803

Johns Island, SC $43,951

Ladson, SC $43,733

Mc Clellanville, SC $42,835

Moncks Corner, SC $43,112

Mount Pleasant, SC $43,951

Pineville, SC $41,799

Pinopolis, SC $42,627

Ravenel, SC $43,771

Reevesville, SC $41,825

Ridgeville, SC $43,154

Round O, SC $42,798

Ruffin, SC $41,805

Russellville, SC $41,952

Saint George, SC $42,072

Saint Stephen, SC $41,960

Smoaks, SC $41,708

Sullivans Island, SC $43,951

Summerville, SC $43,398

Wadmalaw Island, SC $43,699

Pomaria, SC $42,587

Gramling, SC $42,938

Prosperity, SC $42,451

Rembert, SC $41,672

Ridge Spring, SC $42,363

Ridgeway, SC $42,590

Rion, SC $42,655

Rowesville, SC $41,820

Saint Matthews, SC $42,077

Salley, SC $42,247

Saluda, SC $42,107

Santee, SC $41,870

Sardinia, SC $41,113

Silverstreet, SC $42,042

Springfield, SC $42,137

State Park, SC $42,747

Summerton, SC $41,504

Sumter, SC $40,924

Shaw A F B, SC $41,217

Swansea, SC $42,515

Timmonsville, SC $41,569

Turbeville, SC $41,130

Vance, SC $41,896

Wagener, SC $42,256

Ward, SC $42,266

Wedgefield, SC $41,411

West Columbia, SC $42,748

Westville, SC $42,209

White Rock, SC $42,608

Whitmire, SC $42,279

Winnsboro, SC $42,760

Columbia, SC $42,748

Assistant Systems Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Systems Operator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Systems Operator positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Systems Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Systems Operator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$52,042	$25.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$52,042	$25.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$49,873	$24.0	15%
Biotechnology	$49,873	$24.0	15%
Internet	$49,873	$24.0	15%

Assistant Systems Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Systems Operator'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.

$39,747

Average $43,368/year

$47,850

$3,312

Average $3,614/month

$3,988

$764

Average $834/week

$920

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,850	$3,988	$920	$23
Average	$43,368	$3,614	$834	$21
25th Percentile	$39,747	$3,312	$764	$19

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