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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

... operating parameters. Performs a variety of plant maintenance tasks including diagnosis ... Hourly Rate Range - $38.32 to $47.90/hour Additional Calpine Information: * Equal Opportunity ...

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Daughters of Charity

Power Plant Operator

Emmitsburg, MD · On-site

$40/hr

The Daughters of Charity in Emmitsburg Maryland is seeking a PRN (as needed) Power Plant Operator ... Hourly Rate is $40.00 Daughters of Charity Ministries, Inc. may obtain "consumer reports" about you ...

Calpine

Power Plant Operator

Westbrook, ME · On-site

$38.32 - $47.90/hr

... operating parameters. Performs a variety of plant maintenance tasks including diagnosis ... Hourly Rate Range - $38.32 to $47.90/hour Additional Calpine Information: * Equal Opportunity ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Renton, WA · On-site

$60.92/hr

Power Plant Operator A Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer ... This is an hourly position governed by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE-7286 ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Seattle, WA · On-site

$60.92/hr

Power Plant Operator A Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer ... This is an hourly position governed by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE-7286 ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Kent, WA · On-site

$60.92/hr

Power Plant Operator A Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer ... This is an hourly position governed by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE-7286 ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Seattle, WA · On-site

$60.92/hr

Power Plant Operator A Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer ... This is an hourly position governed by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE-7286 ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Auburn, WA · On-site

$60.92/hr

Power Plant Operator A Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer ... This is an hourly position governed by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE-7286 ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Puyallup, WA

$60.92/hr

Power Plant Operator A Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer ... This is an hourly position governed by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE-7286 ...

Boeing

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 ... This is an hourly position governed by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE-7286 ...

Boeing

Power Plant Operator A

Seattle, WA · On-site

$60.92/hr

Power Plant Operator A Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer ... This is an hourly position governed by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE-7286 ...

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How much do hourly power plant operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly 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 Hourly Power Plant Operator vs Power Plant Technician?

AspectHourly Power Plant OperatorPower Plant Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; licensing may be requiredHigh school diploma; technical certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentPower plants, control rooms, outdoor facilitiesPower plants, maintenance areas, control rooms
Job FocusOperating and monitoring plant equipmentMaintaining and repairing plant machinery

Hourly Power Plant Operators primarily focus on operating and monitoring power plant equipment, ensuring smooth plant operations. Power Plant Technicians concentrate on maintaining and repairing machinery. While both roles work in similar environments and may require comparable certifications, their core responsibilities differ, with operators managing daily operations and technicians handling technical repairs.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Power Plant Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 51% Full Time, 44% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,004 per year, or $44.7 per hour.

Power Plant Operator

St. Elizabeth Healthcare

Florence, KY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

St. Elizabeth Healthcare rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 126 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

644th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Engage with us for your next career opportunity. Right Here.
Job Type:
Regular
Scheduled Hours:
40
💙 Why You'll Love Working with St. Elizabeth Healthcare
At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, every role supports our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to the communities we serve. For more than 160 years, St. Elizabeth Healthcare has been a trusted provider of quality care across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. We're guided by our mission to improve the health of the communities we serve and by our values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and teamwork. Our associates are the heart of everything we do.
🌟 Benefits That Support You
We invest in you - personally and professionally.
Enjoy:
- Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
- Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules
- Retirement savings with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs
- Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility
Job Summary:
St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Power Plant Operator to join our Florence Maintenance Team.
Shift/Hours: Full Time 40 Hours, First Shift
Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM
The purpose of this position is to support the patient care environment by operating and maintaining the central heating and air-conditioning equipment for the Medical Center.
Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.
Job Description:
  • Maintain flow of steam, heating system hot water, domestic system hot and cold water, and chilled water to the Medical Center by operating and maintaining the boilers, pumps, heat exchangers, centrifugal chillers, and related equipment in the Power Plant.
  • Keep all systems free of scale, corrosion, and sludge by monitoring chemical levels and adjusting treatment according to our chemical program.
  • Respond to emergencies related to the equipment in a safe and effective manner based on a thorough understanding of the equipment and familiarity with the standard operating procedures manual for the Power Plant.
  • Document all routine and extraordinary events by recording all pertinent information on designed log sheets or other paperwork systems set up for that purpose.
  • Monitor the various building systems for safe and reliable operation by responding to alarm and perform other operations related to the Building Automation System.
  • Maintains a variety of other equipment under the responsibility of the Plant Engineering Department, especially during second and third shifts. This will include building equipment and PM.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Credentials, Licenses:
  • High School Diploma, post-secondary training in a maintenance related field.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and meet SEHC insurance requirements.

Specialized Knowledge:
  • Familiarity with steam and condensate.
  • General familiarity with computers systems, pumps, chemical treatment, centrifugal chillers, and cooling towers, and computer operation and software applications.

Kind and Length of Experience:
  • 3 years' experience operating a central plant with high pressure steam equipment, large capacity centrifugal chillers and related equipment - pumps, compressors and control systems.

OR
  • 3 years' experience maintaining or installing similar equipment.

OR
  • 18 months experience with St Elizabeth in the Maintenance Department.

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Right Career. Right Here. If you're looking for the right careers in healthcare, the right place to be is at St. Elizabeth. Join us, and you'll take pride in the level of care we offer our community.

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