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SOC 51-9193·Production
Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and Tenders
Median wage
$45,648
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Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and Tenders — typical pay by experience
Annual wages statewide: starting out, typical (median), and experienced.
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Starting out (entry) | $39,683 |
| Median (typical) | $45,648 |
| Experienced | $55,541 |
Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (NYSDOL / U.S. BLS via data.ny.gov)
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