Control Area Operator Career

*A job as a Control Area Operator falls under the broader career category of Power Distributors and Dispatchers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Power Distributors and Dispatchers : Coordinate, regulate, or distribute electricity or steam.


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Power Distributors and Dispatcher Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$81,500

Median Hourly Wage

$39.18*

Total Employed Nationally

11,380


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.