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What is a network computer operator and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
3 min read
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being a network computer operator. For example, did you know that they make an average of $30.16 an hour? That's $62,737 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow 10% and produce 83,100 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreNetwork Computer OperatorUS Average
Salary
4.9

Avg. Salary $62,737

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability Level
5.0

Growth Rate 10%

Growth Rate 0.3%

Diversity
5.0
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.57%

Asian 12.32%

Black or African American 8.59%

Hispanic or Latino 9.87%

Unknown 4.90%

White 63.75%

Gender

female 25.77%

male 74.23%

Age - 43
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 43
Stress Level
5.0

Stress level is manageable

7.1 - high

Complexity Level
6.2

Complexity Level is intermediate

7 - challenging

Work Life Balance
6.2

Work Life balance is fair

6.4 - fair

Network Computer Operator career paths

Key steps to become a network computer operator

  1. Explore network computer operator education requirements

    Most common network computer operator degrees

    Bachelor's

    41.9 %

    Associate

    33.7 %

    High School Diploma

    9.3 %
  2. Start to develop specific network computer operator skills

    SkillsPercentages
    SQL24.62%
    Server Issues7.87%
    Production Environment6.58%
    System Problems5.66%
    Software Problems5.42%
  3. Complete relevant network computer operator training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New network computer operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a network computer operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real network computer operator resumes.
  4. Research network computer operator duties and responsibilities

    • Create and manage procedure documentation and JCL for all systems.
    • Manage multi-person team providing operational and investigative support to USAF and DoD counterparts.
    • Repair and re-cover from UNIX system failures.
    • Perform JES, MVS, TSO, and CICS peripheral operations.
  5. Apply for network computer operator jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a network computer operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average network computer operator salary

The average Network Computer Operator salary in the United States is $62,737 per year or $30 per hour. Network computer operator salaries range between $42,000 and $93,000 per year.

Average Network Computer Operator Salary
$62,737 Yearly
$30.16 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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