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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee hydroelectric power plant in the United States is $39.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $46.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Hydroelectric Power Plant vs Trainee Wind Turbine Technician?

AspectTrainee Hydroelectric Power PlantTrainee Wind Turbine Technician
Required CertificationsElectrical, Mechanical, or Power Plant Operation certificationsElectrical, Mechanical, or Wind Turbine Maintenance certifications
Work EnvironmentHydroelectric dams, power stations, water reservoirsWind farms, outdoor turbine sites
Industry UsagePower generation, renewable energy sectorRenewable energy, wind power industry

Both roles involve training in renewable energy technologies, focusing on electrical and mechanical skills. While they share similar certifications and work environments, Trainee Hydroelectric Power Plant roles are centered around water-based power generation, whereas Trainee Wind Turbine Technicians work outdoors on wind farms. Understanding these differences helps candidates choose the right training path in the renewable energy industry.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Hydroelectric Power Plant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,563 per year, or $39.7 per hour.

Power Plant Mechanic Trainee III/IV

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Riverdale, ND • On-site, Remote

$48.91 - $54.80/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

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This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
About the Position: As a Power Plant Trainee Mechanic, you will work under journeyman guidance to inspect, adjust, maintain, repair, test, install, and modify mechanical equipment, systems, and structures within a hydroelectric power plant, switchyard, and associated water control structures.
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  • Inspects, diagnoses, and performs major repairs to mechanical operating equipment of hydroelectric powerhouses, dams, spillways, and intake structures.
  • Diagnoses mechanical failures of equipment and performs repairs by disassembling, overhauling, installing, and reassembling parts on all mechanical operating equipment of the powerhouse, dam, spillway, and intake structure.
  • Inspects, tests, and adjusts powerhouse, dam, spillway, and intake machinery and equipment.
  • Performs electric and acetylene welding and machine-work required in the repair and manufacture of parts for maintenance of powerhouse, dam, spillway, and intake structure equipment.
  • Maintains potable water and sewage treatment equipment;.
  • Operates aerial lifts such as articulating boom platforms and mobile load handling equipment such as forklifts; rigs heavy loads and operates bridge and gantry cranes as needed to lift these loads.
  • Online study and on-the-job work assignments are coordinated to relate basic theories to practical application of operation and maintenance activities of hydroelectric projects and are closely reviewed to assure satisfactory performance.
  • Trainees are responsible for meeting and maintaining standards of Federal employment, learning the study material, and having the ability to do the work required in the trade.

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Conditions of employment
  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License.
  • Pre-employment physical is required.
  • Participation in the Medical Surveillance Program is required.
  • This is a mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing Designated Position (TDP), in accordance with ER 690-1-1218, USACE Civilian Drug Free Workplace Program, dated 30 June 2021. Participation in the Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing Program is required.
  • Incumbent must be able to do heavy lifting and operating heavy and awkward hand tools up to 50 lbs.
  • Incumbent will be required to operate spillway and flood control gates to control water flows.

Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.
For the WB-00 Trainee III: Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Power Plant Mechanic Trainee III/IV without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common preventive maintenance duties on mechanical equipment. I can perform preventive maintenance tasks such as inspecting, cleaning, and lubricating equipment. I can disassemble and assemble simple components to replace worn parts like bearings, couplings, filters, gaskets, and seals. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
For the WB-00 Trainee IV: Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Power Plant Mechanic Trainee III/IV without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform some tasks including the scheduled repair and maintenance of various mechanical systems. I can perform scheduled repairs and overhauls on mechanical equipment such as pumps, compressors, and gear boxes. I can cut, fit, and thread various types of piping, and operate common mechanic shop tools like drill presses and grinders. I work under supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who reviews my work for completion. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision

  • PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work requires extensive walking, standing, and climbing vertical and inclined ladders and stairs; and stooping, bending, kneeling, and crawling. Work may be done in awkward and cramped positions which may require the physical endurance to work under poor conditions for prolonged periods of time. Requires lifting and carrying tools, equipment and supplies frequently weighing up to and over 45 pounds. Required to operate large valves, apply servolocks, lift deck hatches, and perform other tasks requiring up to 75 pounds of pulling or turning force. There is danger of cuts, bruises and burns from equipment used and possible irritation or injury to eyes and spills from acids and solvents used. Must have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read fine calibrations; glasses permitted. Ability to distinguish basic colors is required. Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, is required. An amputation of arm, hand, leg or foot will normally disqualify an applicant for appointment. Any physical condition which would cause the applicant to be a hazard to his/herself or to others is disqualifying.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS: The principal assignment is to the powerhouse; however the work area may include intake structures, and spillway areas. When working outside, is exposed to the usual extremes of climate. Exposed to high noise levels from equipment and machinery, and conditions of low visibility due to wearing protective devices and available light in some locations. Exposed to heights, oils, greases, confined areas, dust, dirt, water, heat and cold, odors, fumes, and moving and/or energized equipment. Occasionally works in proximity to high voltages and currents. Is subject to the discomfort of safety equipment required such as hard-hats, ear plugs, safety glasses and goggles, face masks, shields and helmets, respirators, and gloves depending on work performed and safety requirements which must be met. Must wear appropriate safety equipment and protective clothing, and successfully complete and maintain all occupational health requirements, including pulmonary capacity and other routine occupational and pre-employment medical examinations.

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This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
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  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a(n) Logistics Career Field position.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction.htm for more information.
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
  • The Defense National Relocation Program (DNRP) is not authorized.
  • The following incentives may be authorized: Recruitment incentive or Relocation Incentive.
  • Not eligible for telework.
  • Requires employee to wear protective clothing.
  • May require working outside in all kinds of weather.
  • Management may select at any of the grade levels announced, WB-00 Trainee III or WB-00 Trainee IV.
  • Noncompetitive promotion potential to target grade of WB-00 Power Plant Mechanic (DR).

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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