Senior computer operator vs backup operator

The differences between senior computer operators and backup operators can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both a senior computer operator and a backup operator. Additionally, a senior computer operator has an average salary of $46,082, which is higher than the $38,519 average annual salary of a backup operator.

The top three skills for a senior computer operator include customer service, ibm mainframe and computer system. The most important skills for a backup operator are quality checks, GMP, and pallets.

Senior computer operator vs backup operator overview

	Senior Computer Operator	Backup Operator
Yearly salary	$46,082	$38,519
Hourly rate	$22.15	$18.52
Growth rate	10%	7%
Number of jobs	39,193	41,711
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Associate Degree, 42%	High School Diploma, 41%
Average age	43	43
Years of experience	2	2

Senior computer operator vs backup operator salary

Senior computer operators and backup operators have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Senior Computer Operator	Backup Operator
Average salary	$46,082	$38,519
Salary range	Between $34,000 And $61,000	Between $24,000 And $59,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
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Differences between senior computer operator and backup operator education

There are a few differences between a senior computer operator and a backup operator in terms of educational background:

	Senior Computer Operator	Backup Operator
Most common degree	Associate Degree, 42%	High School Diploma, 41%
Most common major	Computer Science	Business
Most common college	Stanford University	University of Pennsylvania

Senior computer operator vs backup operator demographics

Here are the differences between senior computer operators' and backup operators' demographics:

	Senior Computer Operator	Backup Operator
Average age	43	43
Gender ratio	Male, 75.3% Female, 24.7%	Male, 73.1% Female, 26.9%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 8.6% Unknown, 4.9% Hispanic or Latino, 9.9% Asian, 12.3% White, 63.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%	Black or African American, 8.6% Unknown, 4.9% Hispanic or Latino, 9.9% Asian, 12.3% White, 63.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
LGBT Percentage	10%	10%

Differences between senior computer operator and backup operator duties and responsibilities

Senior computer operator example responsibilities.

Utilize IBM AIX systems to manage print and file transfers ques.
Provide backup support for team leader, manage and schedule daily print via JES2, ZEKE and NetView.
Manage peripheral operations of BARR systems (PC base RJE workstations), storage devices, and Litton laser printers.
Used TSO, JES, MVS to update, delete, add data sets and run reports.
Liaise with clients to resolve LAN local circuit issues.
Update & maintain existing PCB footprints to improve manufacturability.

Backup operator example responsibilities.

Manage the master calendar and schedule resources such as communication equipment, weapons, transportation and ammunition forecast and delivery.
Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on LP air blowers, air compressors, vacuum pumps and water chillers.
Configure Cisco MDS switches via GUI and CLI for SAN.
Follow all guidelines for sanitation per USDA auditing.
Move pallets of finish product and raw materials using sit down fork lift.
Replace or repair windows, doors, floors and seats on wheel vehicles.

Senior computer operator vs backup operator skills

Common senior computer operator skills

Customer Service, 10%
IBM Mainframe, 9%
Computer System, 7%
CAD, 6%
Unix, 5%
IPL, 4%

Common backup operator skills

Quality Checks, 24%
GMP, 15%
Pallets, 15%
Hand Tools, 14%
Troubleshoot, 13%
Data Entry, 10%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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