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Agricultural Equipment Operators Salaries
in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.96 – $27.46
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,917 – $57,108
Salaries for Agricultural Equipment Operators near Des Moines-West Des Moines
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$18.75
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$17.43
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$21.91
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How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$22.28/hr
Range: $21.22 - $23.34
Annual Rate
$46,336
Range: $44,129 - $48,542
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.21/hr
Range: $24.96 - $27.46
Annual Rate
$54,513
Range: $51,917 - $57,108
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.14/hr
Range: $28.70 - $31.58
Annual Rate
$62,690
Range: $59,705 - $65,674
Agricultural Equipment Operators job description
Agricultural Equipment Operators professionals work in production facilities to manufacture goods and products. They operate machinery, assemble components, and ensure quality standards are met throughout the production process.
- •Operate manufacturing equipment
- •Assemble products according to specifications
- •Perform quality control checks
- •Maintain production equipment
- •Follow safety procedures
- •Meet production quotas
- •Machine operation
- •Attention to detail
- •Quality control
- •Physical stamina
- •Basic math skills
- •Safety awareness
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Manufacturing experience preferred
- •Ability to lift 25-50 pounds
- •Ability to stand for extended periods
