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Spicer Group Inc.

Dam Practice Lead

East Lansing, MI · On-site

$120 - $190/hr

The Dam Practice Lead prepares and assists with invoicing, contributes to proposal development and contract negotiations, and may serve as Project Manager or subject matter expert on key projects ...

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DAM Consultant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$90 - $115/hr

BGV will be done for the selected candidates. Responsibilities * Demonstrate working knowledge of Database Activity Monitoring (DAM) tools such as IBM Guardium. * Provide guidance in configuring ...

Spicer Group

Dam Practice Lead

Byron Center, MI · On-site

The Dam Practice Lead prepares and assists with invoicing, contributes to proposal development and contract negotiations, and may serve as Project Manager or subject matter expert on key projects ...

Spicer Group

Dam Practice Lead

East Lansing, MI

The Dam Practice Lead prepares and assists with invoicing, contributes to proposal development and contract negotiations, and may serve as Project Manager or subject matter expert on key projects ...

Spicer Group

Dam Practice Lead

Bingham Farms, MI · On-site

The Dam Practice Lead prepares and assists with invoicing, contributes to proposal development and contract negotiations, and may serve as Project Manager or subject matter expert on key projects ...

Spicer Group

Dam Practice Lead

Byron Center, MI · On-site

The Dam Practice Lead prepares and assists with invoicing, contributes to proposal development and contract negotiations, and may serve as Project Manager or subject matter expert on key projects ...

Spicer Group

Dam Practice Lead

Independence, OH · On-site

The Dam Practice Lead prepares and assists with invoicing, contributes to proposal development and contract negotiations, and may serve as Project Manager or subject matter expert on key projects ...

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DAM Consultant

Atlanta, GA

Fulltime BGV will be done for the selected candidates. Responsibilities: * Demonstrate working knowledge of Database activity monitoring tool (DAM) (Ex: IBM Guardium) * Provide guidance in ...

Spicer Group

Dam Practice Lead

Cumming, GA · On-site

The Dam Practice Lead prepares and assists with invoicing, contributes to proposal development and contract negotiations, and may serve as Project Manager or subject matter expert on key projects ...

DuBois & King, Inc.

Civil Dam Engineer

South Burlington, VT · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Our projects include dam rehabilitation, dam safety evaluations, and regulatory compliance services ... We are seeking a motivated engineer who is interested in helping expand the group's technical ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for the dam in the United States is $23.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between The Dam vs The Reservoir Operator?

AspectThe DamThe Reservoir Operator
Primary ResponsibilitiesOversees dam safety, maintenance, and structural integrityManages reservoir water levels, releases, and environmental compliance
Required CertificationsEngineering degrees, dam safety certificationsWater resource management certifications, environmental training
Work EnvironmentDam sites, control rooms, field inspectionsReservoir areas, control centers, environmental monitoring stations
Industry UsageHydropower, flood control, water supplyWater management, irrigation, environmental conservation

While both roles are vital in water infrastructure, The Dam focuses on structural safety and engineering, whereas The Reservoir Operator manages water levels and environmental factors. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus within water resource management.

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Infographic showing various The Dam job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 70% Physical, 25% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,774 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Lock and Dam Operator

US Department of the Interior

Peridot, AZ

$31.94/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

U.S. Department Of The Interior rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

417th of 855 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, San Carlos Irrigation Project in Peridot, Arizona.Qualifications:Your application must show that you demonstrate the ability to perform Lock and Dam Tender work.
1 - The incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of all facilities at the dam which includes the Project camp, government quarters, storage buildings, office building, power plant, control room, storage tanks, measuring flume, communication system, remote early warning system, access roads, grounds, vehicles and equipment.
2 - Provides, maintains, and performs routine maintenance on the dam's outlet works system, including penstocks, slide gates, butterfly gates, cylinder gates, and emergency generator.
3 - Performs miscellaneous maintenance repairs and replacements to include but not limited to cleaning, plumbing, painting, testing, lubricating, calibrating, carpentry, heavy equipment operation, electrical wiring and record keeping.
4 - Aids in the operation and routine maintenance on the dam's outlet works system including penstocks, slide gates, butterfly gates, cylinder gates and emergency generator.
5 - Performs monitoring of seepage and cracking and other items related to safety of dams.
If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN-OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.
EXPERIENCE: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C; for additional information click here http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c/Tabindx.asp
Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must meet any screen-out element(s) listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date.
Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date.Education:Generally education is not applicable.Employment Type: OTHER

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