Engineering equipment operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Engineering equipment operator gender statistics
4.3% of engineering equipment operators are women and 95.7% of engineering equipment operators are men.
- Male, 95.7%
- Female, 4.3%
Engineering equipment operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 95.7% |
| Female | 4.3% |
Engineering equipment operator gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$44,594
Female income
$41,381
Engineering equipment operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in engineering equipment operator positions over time. Currently, 4.3% of engineering equipment operators are female.
Engineering equipment operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 96.35% | 3.65% |
| 2011 | 97.29% | 2.71% |
| 2012 | 96.57% | 3.43% |
| 2013 | 96.79% | 3.21% |
| 2014 | 96.58% | 3.42% |
| 2015 | 95.92% | 4.08% |
| 2016 | 94.56% | 5.44% |
| 2017 | 95.33% | 4.67% |
| 2018 | 96.41% | 3.59% |
| 2019 | 95.89% | 4.11% |
| 2020 | 95.73% | 4.27% |
| 2021 | 95.71% | 4.29% |
Engineering equipment operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared engineering equipment operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, water softener installer and insulation worker have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Composition Floor Setter | 34% | 66% |
| Engineering Equipment Operator | 96% | 4% |
| Gas Fitter | 97% | 3% |
| Insulation Worker | 97% | 2% |
| Water Softener Installer | 97% | 3% |
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Engineering equipment operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among engineering equipment operators is White, which makes up 67.1% of all engineering equipment operators. Comparatively, 18.3% of engineering equipment operators are Hispanic or Latino and 7.1% of engineering equipment operators are Black or African American.
- White, 67.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.3%
- Black or African American, 7.1%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.2%
- Asian, 0.9%
Engineering equipment operator race
| Engineering equipment operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.3% |
| Black or African American | 7.1% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.2% |
| Asian | 0.9% |
Engineering equipment operator race and ethnicity over time
See how engineering equipment operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Engineering equipment operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.42% | 6.57% | 0.70% | 15.38% |
| 2011 | 73.36% | 6.99% | 0.52% | 15.39% |
| 2012 | 73.54% | 6.70% | 0.79% | 15.49% |
| 2013 | 74.00% | 6.33% | 0.89% | 14.82% |
| 2014 | 72.80% | 6.28% | 0.71% | 16.18% |
| 2015 | 72.58% | 6.23% | 0.77% | 16.37% |
| 2016 | 73.52% | 6.24% | 0.51% | 16.12% |
| 2017 | 72.17% | 5.76% | 1.07% | 16.80% |
| 2018 | 71.71% | 6.98% | 0.64% | 16.97% |
| 2019 | 72.75% | 5.99% | 0.55% | 17.32% |
| 2020 | 70.73% | 6.25% | 0.77% | 16.14% |
| 2021 | 67.13% | 7.08% | 0.93% | 18.35% |
Engineering equipment operator wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown engineering equipment operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american engineering equipment operators have the lowest average salary at $42,322.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $46,580 |
| White | $44,969 |
| Black or African American | $42,322 |
| Asian | $45,597 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $43,629 |
Average engineering equipment operator age
See how the average age of engineering equipment operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Engineering equipment operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49.5 | |
| Unknown | 45 | |
| Asian | 46.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | 45.5 |
| White | 47 | 42 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 53 |
Engineering equipment operator age breakdown
The average age of engineering equipment operators is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the engineering equipment operator population.
Engineering equipment operator age breakdown
| Engineering Equipment Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Engineering equipment operator educational attainment
The most common degree for engineering equipment operators is bachelor's degree, with 35% of engineering equipment operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 27% and high school diploma degree at 24%.
- Bachelor's, 35%
- High School Diploma, 27%
- Associate, 24%
- Master's, 4%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Engineering equipment operators by degree level
| Engineering equipment operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 35% |
| High School Diploma | 27% |
| Associate | 24% |
| Master's | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Engineering equipment operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, engineering equipment operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $45,586 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, engineering equipment operators earn a median annual income of $44,487 compared to $44,316 for engineering equipment operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $44,316 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $44,487 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,586 |
Engineering equipment operator employment statistics
Most engineering equipment operators work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where engineering equipment operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where engineering equipment operators work.
Engineering equipment operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 18% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 30% |
Engineering equipment operator jobs by company type
Employees with the engineering equipment operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most engineering equipment operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Engineering equipment operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 25% |
| Private | 52% |
| Government | 18% |
Engineering equipment operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for engineering equipment operators are government, energy and manufacturing.
Engineering equipment operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 14% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Energy | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Construction | 6% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Education | 5% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Engineering equipment operator turnover and employment statistics
Engineering equipment operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for engineering equipment operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Engineering equipment operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Engineering equipment operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16.28% |
| 2011 | 14.22% |
| 2012 | 12.70% |
| 2013 | 11.88% |
| 2014 | 8.77% |
| 2015 | 7.31% |
| 2016 | 6.72% |
| 2017 | 6.69% |
| 2018 | 6.46% |
| 2019 | 5.55% |
| 2020 | 8.40% |
| 2021 | 7.84% |
Average engineering equipment operator tenure
The average engineering equipment operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 567 engineering equipment operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Engineering equipment operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 16% |
| 1-2 years | 19% |
| 3-4 years | 26% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Engineering equipment operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of engineering equipment operators that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Gypsum Block Setter | 1.40% | 1,869 |
| Acoustical Ceiling Technician | 1.75% | 5,679 |
| Engineering Equipment Operator | 2.22% | - |
| Drop Crew Labour | 2.24% | 82,973 |
| Service Electrician | 2.76% | 15,415 |
| Carpet Installer | 3.39% | 16,897 |
| Metal Hanger | 4.07% | 2,790 |
Similar engineering equipment operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Gypsum Block Setter | 1.40% | 1,869 |
| Acoustical Ceiling Technician | 1.75% | 5,679 |
| Drop Crew Labour | 2.24% | 82,973 |
| Service Electrician | 2.76% | 15,415 |
| Carpet Installer | 3.39% | 16,897 |
| Metal Hanger | 4.07% | 2,790 |
Foreign languages spoken by engineering equipment operators
The most common foreign language among engineering equipment operators is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 10.0% and Albanian is the third-most popular at 10.0%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Chinese, 10.0%
- Albanian, 10.0%
- Greek, 10.0%
- Carrier, 10.0%
- Other, 10.0%
Engineering equipment operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Chinese | 10.0% |
| Albanian | 10.0% |
| Greek | 10.0% |
| Carrier | 10.0% |
| Other | 10.0% |
