Power Plant Operator Career

Job Description: Control, operate, or maintain machinery to generate electric power. Includes auxiliary equipment operators.


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Power Plant Operator Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$91,880

Median Hourly Wage

$44.17*

Total Employed Nationally

31,490


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.