The median solar operator role advertised on Verde Talent posts $39,520 a year. Here is the spread, how it moves by state, and how it compares to neighbouring roles.
The median advertised solar operator salary is $39,520 a year. Half of the postings behind that figure fall between $31,200 and $56,160, and the full advertised range runs $31,200 to $74,277.
The median works out at $19.00 an hour, annualised over 2,080 hours. Postings that quote an hourly rate are converted the same way.
Against the same benchmark on Verde Talent: Battery Storage Operator at $66,560, versus $39,520 for solar operator.
From 12 live US postings that advertise pay, across 5 employers, out of 20 open solar operator roles on Verde Talent. They are what employers advertise rather than offers made or salaries paid, and the page is rebuilt daily.
Figures are what employers advertise in live postings, not offers made or salaries paid. Hourly rates are annualised. Updated daily.
Data updated October 24, 2026