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JCSI

Power Plant Operator

Long Island City, NY

$50.60 - $55.30/hr

Plant Operator - Power Generation Facility | Queens, NY Location: Long Island City, Queens, NY Pay Range: $50.60 - $55.30/hour Schedule : 12-hour rotating shifts, 5-week modified DuPont schedule ...

City of Pasadena, CA

Power Plant Operator

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$101K - $120K/yr

City of Pasadena, CA Job Type: 2025 - REGULAR FULLTIME 40+ HRS A WK Job Number: 27-031 Department ... Under direction from the Power Plant Control Operator, operates steam and gas turbo-electric ...

Open Mountain Energy

Power Plant Operator

Winnemucca, NV · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

Used prescribed plant operating procedures to conduct efficient and effective plant uptime while ... Must be able to operate a company vehicle with a valid driver's license Job Type: Full-time ...

City of Pasadena

Power Plant Operator

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$101K - $120K/yr

The Pasadena Water and Power Department is seeking a Power Plant Operator to perform journey-level duties in the safe and efficient operation of simple and combined cycle gas turbines, main and ...

mkecounty

Power Plant Operator - CRC

Franklin, WI

$32.01 - $48.01/hr

Community Reintegration Center Full-time, Hourly Hourly Range $32.01 - $48.01/hr Job Summary: The Power Plant Operator ensures an efficient and safe operation of the steam plant through oversight of ...

mkecounty

Power Plant Operator - CRC

Franklin, WI · On-site

$32.01 - $48.01/hr

Community Reintegration Center Full-time, Hourly Hourly Range $32.01 - $48.01/hr Job Summary: The Power Plant Operator ensures an efficient and safe operation of the steam plant through oversight of ...

Rahr Malting Co

Power Plant Operator

Shakopee, MN · On-site

$38 - $42/hr

Koda Energy/RahrBSG is looking for a Power Plant Operator to join out team in Shakopee, Minnesota. The Plant Operator is a shift lead position that is responsible for the safe, efficient, and ...

Calpine

Power Plant Operator

Westbrook, ME · On-site

$38.32 - $47.90/hr

Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states ... operating parameters. Performs a variety of plant maintenance tasks including diagnosis ...

Calpine

Power Plant Operator

Westbrook, ME · On-site

$38.32 - $47.90/hr

Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states ... operating parameters. Performs a variety of plant maintenance tasks including diagnosis ...

Hshs

Power Plant Operator

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$23.15 - $34.73/hr

Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking a Power Plant Operator to join our team. Operates ... Support Services oSchedule: Full Time, Day Shift, 6:00am-6:00pm, 7 days on, 7 days off oFacility:

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How much do full time power plant operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time power plant operator in the United States is $44.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.05 and $58.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Power Plant Operator vs Power Plant Technician?

AspectFull Time Power Plant OperatorPower Plant Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles require technical certificationsTechnical certifications or associate degree often required
Work EnvironmentPower plants, control rooms, outdoor facilitiesPower plants, maintenance areas, control rooms
Job FocusOperating and monitoring plant equipment, ensuring safetyMaintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting equipment
Employer & IndustryUtilities, energy companiesUtilities, industrial plants

Full Time Power Plant Operators primarily focus on operating and monitoring plant systems to ensure continuous power generation, while Power Plant Technicians handle maintenance and repairs. Both roles are essential in the energy industry and often work together to keep power plants running efficiently.

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Power Plant Operator

Careers Fields -- Headquarters U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Umatilla, OR • On-site

$69.15/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Operate and respond to system plant or disturbances under supervision to ensure proper functioning of the power plant.

  • Perform physical tasks such as operating large valves, lifting equipment up to 45 pounds, and climbing ladders and stairs.

  • Work on a rotating shift in indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to climate extremes, high voltages, machinery noise, and wearing safety equipment.

Job description

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
About the Position: This position is located at McNary Dam, Umatilla, OR, a multi-purpose hydropower project, with missions that include operation/maintenance of the facility for flood control, hydroelectric power generation. Employees working at McNary and living in WA are exempt from OR state tax.Qualifications:Who May Apply: US Citizens
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Power Plant Operator without more than normal supervision. You must have the ability to ability to perform common journey-level Power Plant Operator duties in a power plant. (Example: Ability to restore a 12 megawatt or larger turbine generator to service after major overhaul in a large power plant with my work checked by my supervisor or another journey-level Power Plant Operator.) You must be able to respond to system plant or disturbances under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • Physical Efforts: Eye and hand coordination is required to operate switches and controls. Job requires extensive walking, standing, and climbing vertical and inclined ladders and stairs. Is required to operate large valves, apply servolocks, lift deck hatches and other jobs requiring pulling or turning force. Lifts and carries equipment and supplies frequently up to, and occasionally over, 45 pounds. Work requires prolonged standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, pulling, pushing, and kneeling.
  • Working Conditions: Works on a rotating shift, inside, in well-lighted work area. Works outdoors for short periods with exposure to climate extremes. Occasionally works in proximity to high voltages and currents. Incumbent is often exposed to equipment and machinery noises and outside the control room employee will be subject to the discomfort of wearing safety equipment such as hard-hats, earplugs, and respirators. Must wear appropriate safety equipment and protective clothing, and successfully complete and maintain all occupational health requirements.
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