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Rain Industries Limited

Power Plant Manager

Sulphur, LA · On-site

Coordinate and plan power generation and distribution to meet load and operational requirements ... Develop, manage, and control the plant budget, including operating costs, maintenance expenditures ...

RAINCARBON

Power Plant Manager

Sulphur, LA

Coordinate and plan power generation and distribution to meet load and operational requirements ... Develop, manage, and control the plant budget, including operating costs, maintenance expenditures ...

MPH Mesquite Power, LLC

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Plant Manager

Paris, TX · On-site

$165K - $210K/yr

The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at ... Minimum of 10 years of management experience in the power generation industry with direct ...

Enchanted Rock

Plant Manager, Prime Power

Midland, TX · On-site

The Prime Power Plant Manager is the senior on-site leader responsible for the safe, reliable, and ... Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in power generation, industrial operations, utilities, energy ...

Enchanted Rock

Plant Manager, Prime Power

El Paso, TX · On-site

The Prime Power Plant Manager is the senior on-site leader responsible for the safe, reliable, and ... Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in power generation, industrial operations, utilities, energy ...

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How much do power generation plant manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for power generation plant manager in the United States is $113,198.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,000.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Power Generation Plant Manager vs Power Plant Operator?

AspectPower Generation Plant ManagerPower Plant Operator
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; management experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification
Work EnvironmentOffice setting within the plant, overseeing operationsControl room or plant floor, monitoring equipment
ResponsibilitiesOversees plant operations, manages staff, ensures safety and complianceOperates and monitors equipment, responds to alarms, maintains systems

The Power Generation Plant Manager focuses on overseeing overall plant operations, staff management, and strategic planning, while the Power Plant Operator handles daily equipment operation and monitoring. Both roles are essential but differ in scope, responsibilities, and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Power Generation Plant Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,198 per year, or $54.4 per hour.
O&M Supervisor - Power Plant

O&M Supervisor - Power Plant

Consolidated Asset Management Services

Gibson City, IL • On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 hours ago

Job description

Description
Under the general direction of the Plant Manager, the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor monitors and regulates the operations and maintenance of the facilities. Performs leadership duties that will ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the Generation Plant. Performs all duties in compliance with plant policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to operations, safety, conduct, and housekeeping. Protects the Owner's investment in machinery, equipment, and facilities by exercising care, skill and knowledge.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Oversees the monitoring, inspection, and control of all power production, auxiliary and facility equipment to ensure safe, legal, continuous, and efficient operation. Ensures that plant emissions and effluents are within limits. Acts necessary to prevent any safety violations, environmental excursions, or production loss.
  • Reports discrepancies in operation and/or conditions in a timely manner.
  • Provides general directions to subordinate classifications.
  • Directs and trains others in the inspection, repair, and operation of the facility. Assists in the training of the O&M Technicians.
  • Performs assigned tasks in the qualification program for the Operator Technicians.
  • Relieves O&M Technicians, when required, in times of personnel shortage.
  • On limited basis, performs hands-on operational maintenance repairs, where necessary, and assists others making repairs to all equipment.
  • Generates maintenance work order requests and purchases requisition requests. Is familiar with CMMS.
  • Assists Plant Manager in development and monitoring of plant budget, operating plan, and development of technicians. Performs other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.
  • Continually develops knowledge of the Plant and power plants in general.
  • Provides hands-on leading-edge approaches to the facility's safety, health, and training program.
  • Maintain the Environmental QA/QC Manual and ensure compliance with all environmental regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare and submit required reports to the Plant Manager for the Owner and/or utility.
  • Oversee the daily upkeep of necessary plant logs and records.
  • Maintain the plant Operations Manuals and assure that operating policies and procedures are kept up to date.

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum of five years' experience in a power generation facility
  • Siemens gas Turbine Experience
  • Competent oral and written communication skills are required.
  • Other skills required include knowledge of computer systems and software, and the ability to read technical manuals and drawings.
  • Capable of performing physical duties, including lifting (up to 50 lbs.), pushing, pulling, bending, climbing, and working in awkward positions.

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