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How much do computer operator night shift jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for computer operator night shift in Roanoke, VA is $23.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.65 and $26.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a computer operator night shift?

A Computer Operator Night Shift job involves monitoring and managing computer systems, servers, and networks during overnight hours. Responsibilities typically include troubleshooting technical issues, running batch jobs, performing system backups, and ensuring uptime for critical operations. This role requires attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and familiarity with IT systems and software. Night shift operators often work independently but may collaborate with other teams remotely. The position is essential for maintaining continuous IT operations in businesses that require 24/7 system availability.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a computer operator night shift?

To excel as a Computer Operator Night Shift, you typically need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with computer hardware and software, often backed by a high school diploma or associate degree in IT or a related field. Experience with operating systems such as Windows, Linux, or mainframe environments, as well as knowledge of monitoring tools and basic scripting, is highly beneficial. Reliability, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for maintaining system uptime, quickly resolving issues, and ensuring smooth overnight operations when support may be limited.

What challenges does a computer operator night shift face, and how can they be overcome?

Computer Operators on the night shift often face unique challenges such as troubleshooting unexpected system errors with limited on-site support and maintaining focus during extended hours of solitary work. Staying alert, following established protocols, and effective log-keeping help address overnight issues efficiently. Proactively communicating with incoming day-shift teams and utilizing remote support channels can also aid in problem resolution and knowledge transfer. Building strong time-management habits and maintaining a consistent sleep schedule outside of work are key strategies for managing the demands of night shift roles.

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Infographic showing various Computer Operator Night Shift job openings in Roanoke, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,754 per year, or $23.9 per hour.

EXCAVATOR/GRADALL OPERATOR (Night Shift)

The Branch Group

Roanoke, VA • On-site

$19.25 - $25.50/hr

Full-time, Other

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Position Summary

Branch's Civil Division is searching for an experienced and safety-oriented Excavator Operator to join our well-established, growing company. The Excavator Operator operates power shovel on which digger is pulled toward machine to excavate. All machines will be over cubic yard. 

Duties/Responsibilities
  • Grades to line and grade
  • May service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment
  • Can operate on track or rubber tired and also included under this title will be gradall or wrist-o-twist type equipment
  • May complete minor repairs
  • Routine cleaning of equipment
Duties/Responsibilities Cont.
Qualifications
  • Knowledge of construction techniques
  • 1 to 3 years of excavator operating experience
  • Working knowledge of OSHA regulations
  • DOT experience preferred, but not required
Compensation Data
Competencies
Dependability
Communicating Effectively
Work Environment/Safety
Following Policies and Procedures
Productivity
Travel
Supervisory Responsibility
Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste and smell. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position which will typically involve 40+ hours a week. Due to the nature of the job, the employee must be available on-call early/late hours to deal with delays, bad weather and emergencies at the job site.

AAP/EEO Statement

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and condition of employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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