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Power Plant Operator A

Tukwila, WA · On-site

$60.92/hr

Power Plant Operator A Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Power Plant Operators A, to join our team in Seattle, Auburn, Puyallop, Renton ...

BJC HealthCare

Power Plant Operator

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$20.17 - $33.51/hr

Operates, repairs, troubleshoots, and maintains all physical plant equipment in compliance with all department procedures and policies, and all applicable compliance, safety, federal, state and local ...

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Power Plant Operator A

Auburn, WA · On-site

As a Power Plant Operator A, you will be a vital part of our manufacturing team, responsible for safely and efficiently operating and maintaining power generation systems. This includes monitoring ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Tukwila, WA · On-site

As a Power Plant Operator A, you will be a vital part of our manufacturing team, responsible for safely and efficiently operating and maintaining power generation systems. This includes monitoring ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Everett, WA · On-site

$60.92/hr

As a Power Plant Operator A, you will be a vital part of our manufacturing team, responsible for safely and efficiently operating and maintaining power generation systems. This includes monitoring ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Puyallup, WA · On-site

As a Power Plant Operator A, you will be a vital part of our manufacturing team, responsible for safely and efficiently operating and maintaining power generation systems. This includes monitoring ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Renton, WA · On-site

As a Power Plant Operator A, you will be a vital part of our manufacturing team, responsible for safely and efficiently operating and maintaining power generation systems. This includes monitoring ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Seattle, WA · On-site

As a Power Plant Operator A, you will be a vital part of our manufacturing team, responsible for safely and efficiently operating and maintaining power generation systems. This includes monitoring ...

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Power Plant Operator A

Kent, WA · On-site

As a Power Plant Operator A, you will be a vital part of our manufacturing team, responsible for safely and efficiently operating and maintaining power generation systems. This includes monitoring ...

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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 Technician/Control Room Operator

Orion Talent

Blackstone, MA • On-site

$38/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Description
The Power Plant Technician / Control Room Operator is responsible for safely operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining power plant systems to ensure reliable electricity generation. This role supports plant start-ups, shutdowns, preventive maintenance, emergency response, environmental compliance, and equipment reliability while working in a fast-paced combined-cycle power generation environment.
This position is ideal for experienced power plant operators, military power generation specialists, nuclear operators, boiler operators, or industrial maintenance professionals who thrive in highly technical environments and enjoy operating critical infrastructure.
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Minimum 6 years of related power generation or industrial operations experience.
  • Massachusetts 2nd Class Engineer's License preferred (or equivalent state-recognized operating license where applicable).
  • Experience operating steam vessels rated at 150 HP or greater.
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Power plant operations
    • Mechanical systems
    • Electrical systems
    • Plant instrumentation and controls
  • Experience performing equipment startup, shutdown, and normal operating procedures.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to successfully complete the POSS/MASS (Plant Operator Selection System / Power Plant Operations & Maintenance) assessment.
  • Ability to read instrumentation, gauges, control systems, and computer-generated operating data.

Requirements:
  • Operate, monitor, and maintain power plant equipment and systems during normal and abnormal operating conditions.
  • Perform startup, shutdown, and routine operating procedures.
  • Respond to alarms and abnormal operating conditions using established operating procedures.
  • Perform electrical switching, tagging, and lockout/tagout activities.
  • Conduct preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
  • Perform routine cycle chemistry testing and adjust operating parameters as necessary.
  • Maintain operating logs, environmental records, and maintenance documentation.
  • Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document maintenance activities.
  • Support plant housekeeping and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental permits and all safety regulations.
  • Support continuous improvement and complete additional duties as assigned.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Commonwealth of Massachusetts 2nd Class Engineer's License.
  • Military experience in:
    • Navy Nuclear Power
    • Army Prime Power
    • Power Generation
    • Utilities
    • Stationary Engineer
  • Combined-cycle or fossil power plant experience.
  • Experience with CMMS systems.
  • Knowledge of plant chemistry programs.
  • Experience with electrical switching and lockout/tagout procedures.

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