How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make in Portland?
$59,820a year
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $28.76 an hour or $4,985 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.76
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 55 of 196
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,590Median: $59,820Highest 10%: $71,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,590 | $20.96 | |
| 25th | $47,970 | $23.06 | |
| Median | $59,820 | $28.76 | |
| 75th | $60,480 | $29.08 | |
| 90th | $71,890 | $34.56 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Power Plant Operator | $88,520 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $82,740 |
| Stationary Engineer and Boiler Operator | $68,340 |
| Welder | $66,420 |
| Machinist | $65,200 |
| Structural Metal Fabricator and Fitter | $64,760 |
| Dental Laboratory Technician | $64,020 |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $63,810 |
| Molding | $62,690 |
| Textile | $61,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $28.76 ($59,820 a year).
Do chemical equipment operator and tenders make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $59,820 against $58,040 nationally, 3% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $57,240, so Portland pays 5% more.
Where does Portland rank for chemical equipment operator and tender pay?
55 of 196 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $71,890 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.