60 Building operator jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Building Operator Jobs in 2026

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The primary qualification for getting a job as a building operator is extensive experience in maintenance or mechanical roles. Most employers prefer applicants who can repair a variety of structures and systems, ranging from pipes and plumbing to electrical systems and flooring, so experience in a variety of areas can help you stand out from other candidates. You may need to handle emergency repairs outside of regular business hours, so having a flexible schedule is helpful. Some states may require you to obtain a license to practice, so make sure to research the criteria where you live. Other qualifications for a career as a building operator include physical strength and stamina and excellent communication skills.

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Top Types Of Building Operator Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Building Operator positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Melter

    Salary range: $40,000 - $55,500

    Melter is a typical job search query Most salaries for Melter jobs pay between $40,000 (25th percentile) and $55,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Melter job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Entry Level Product Stewardship

    Salary range: $42,500 - $54,500

    Entry Level Product Stewardship is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Entry Level Product Stewardship jobs pay between $42,500 (25th percentile) and $54,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Entry Level Product Stewardship job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Stadium Building Engineer

    Salary range: $53,000 - $76,000

    Stadium Building Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Stadium Building Engineer jobs pay between $53,000 (25th percentile) and $76,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Stadium Building Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Jet Bridge Operator

    Salary range: $42,000 - $57,000

    Jet Bridge Operator is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Jet Bridge Operator jobs pay between $42,000 (25th percentile) and $57,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Jet Bridge Operator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Logging Operator

    Salary range: $35,500 - $47,500

    Logging Operator is a typical job search query Most salaries for Logging Operator jobs pay between $35,500 (25th percentile) and $47,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Logging Operator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Contract Pipeline Dozer Operator

    Salary range: $42,000 - $56,000

    Contract Pipeline Dozer Operator is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Contract Pipeline Dozer Operator jobs pay between $42,000 (25th percentile) and $56,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Contract Pipeline Dozer Operator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Oil Gas Plant Operator

    Salary range: $34,000 - $52,500

    Oil Gas Plant Operator is a typical job search query Most salaries for Oil Gas Plant Operator jobs pay between $34,000 (25th percentile) and $52,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Oil Gas Plant Operator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Building Official

    Salary range: $78,000 - $120,000

    The job of a building official is to enforce applicable building codes for a building, or the group of buildings under your jurisdiction if you work for a municipality or large corporation. When this role works for a municipality, it is often called a chief building official and you are in charge of enforcing codes for every building within the jurisdiction of the municipality. This position is most often a supervisory role that oversees building inspectors, ensuring that construction or maintenance crews follow safety regulations, and a permit is in place for any projects. The job duties of a building official are primarily enforcement related.

  • Elevator Operator

    Salary range: $34,500 - $38,000

    An elevator operator helps with loading and unloading an elevator car. As an elevator operator, you may operate the elevator manually or using automatic controls. Your duties include communicating with visitors, guests, or residents to determine their floor and whether they need assistance with their luggage or packages. Most elevator operator jobs are in hotels, department stores, or high buildings. Elevator operators also work in the agriculture industry, operating grain belts or other elevator equipment for moving feed or other agricultural products from a storage or manufacturing facility to transportation.

  • No Experience Boiler Operator

    Salary range: $50,000 - $69,000

    No Experience Boiler Operator is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for No Experience Boiler Operator jobs pay between $50,000 (25th percentile) and $69,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for No Experience Boiler Operator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.