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RAINCARBON

Power Plant Manager

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

As of Aug 7, 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 August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,198 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

Power Plant Manager

RAINCARBON

Sulphur, LA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

At Rain Carbon Inc., we're dedicated to assembling exceptional teams, nurturing talent, and fostering personal and professional growth. Join us in a safe, supportive environment where you can realize your full potential with the tools, guidance, and opportunities to thrive.

Our global offices facilitate seamless operations, complemented by state-of-the-art production facilities in Belgium, Canada, Germany, India, Poland, and the USA where we cultivate enduring partnerships and ensure market success through consistent quality and customized solutions. With an unwavering commitment to reliability and responsibility, we foster a culture of excellence across all levels of our organization.

 

Purpose 

 
The Power Plant Manager is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and maintenance of the Lake Charles Power Unit, including the Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG), Steam Turbine Generator, auxiliary systems, water treatment, emissions control systems, and related power-generation assets. 

This position leads all daytoday plant activities, ensuring compliance with load requirements, environmental regulations, industry standards, and corporate safety policies. The role provides strategic direction for operations, maintenance planning, budgeting, and continuous improvement, while ensuring personnel are trained, developed, and performing to expectations. 

Duties & Responsibilities  

Reports to: Plant Manager  

Supervises: Operations and Maintenance personnel, contractors, and vendors 

Internal Contacts: Operations leadership, procurement, engineering, SH&E, reliability teams 

External Contacts: Regulatory agencies, service providers, consultants 

 
1. Operational Leadership 

  • Oversee daily operations of the power unit ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable power generation. 

  • Coordinate and plan power generation and distribution to meet load and operational requirements. 

  • Monitor plant equipment performance and direct operational adjustments as needed. 

2. Maintenance Management 

  • Ensure systematic implementation of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs, including annual PM and turnaround schedules. 

  • Oversee condition monitoring of critical equipment and maintenance based on asset health. 

  • Review and approve maintenance work plans, spare parts inventory, and procurement specifications. 

3. Compliance & Safety 

  • Ensure adherence to environmental regulations, health and safety laws, and industry standards. 

  • Develop, implement, and enforce operational policies, procedures, and SOPs. 

  • Lead internal compliance initiatives and interface with regulatory bodies. 

4. Financial & Business Management 

  • Develop, manage, and control the plant budget, including operating costs, maintenance expenditures, and capital plans. 

  • Provide financial forecasting, KPI reporting, and resource planning aligned with business strategy. 

  • Support costbenefit analysis, project justification, and performance evaluation. 

5. Talent Development & Leadership 

  • Train, supervise, coach, and evaluate plant personnel to ensure safe work, technical proficiency, and performance accountability. 

  • Build an effective operations and maintenance team by aligning roles, responsibilities, and competency development with business needs. 

  • Lead communication across shifts and work groups, ensuring clarity and alignment. 

6. Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving 

  • Drive innovation and process improvements to enhance plant reliability, efficiency, and safety performance. 

  • Conduct root cause analysis for equipment or process failures and ensure corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence. 

  • Promote a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. 

Job Requirements  
Education & Experience 

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline preferred; minimum two years of related technical training (college or vocational) required. 

  • 15 years+ of broad power generation operations and maintenance experience; strong background with HRSGs, boilers, steam turbines, auxiliary systems, feedwater systems, cooling towers, compressors, and water treatment. 

  • 3 - 6 years of supervisory or managerial experience leading teams in a power generation environment. 

  • Expert ability to interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, operating procedures, and safety standards. 

  • Advanced capability in planning, organizing, resource scheduling, workflow management, budgeting, financial acumen, and operational oversight. 

  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex maintenance programs (PM, condition monitoring, turnaround planning). 

  • Strong communication, leadership, decisionmaking, and compliance management kilsls. 


Rain Carbon Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. Rain Carbon Inc. prohibits discrimination in all employment-based practices and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability, or other protected status.

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