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Updated: 12 May 2013
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Power Plant Operator 2013 Total Pay (?
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$39,165 - $89,093
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$0$20$40$60
Hourly Rate$17.50 - $38.05  
   
Overtime$26.22 - $59.46  
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Bonus$0.00 - $5,891  
   
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$39,165 - $89,093  
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Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 12 May 2013 | Individuals Reporting: 180

Power Plant Operator Tasks

  • Make regular inspections of the turbine, generator, boilers, or other plant equipment.
  • Coordinate the operation of plants, dams, and stream flow in order to meet contracted power requirements.
  • Communicate with branch offices involved in the operation of the power plant to relate status, data, and observations.
  • Oversee, coordinate, and maintain power plant operations.
  • Maintain documentation of changes in the function of equipment, rainfall data, and general operating instructions.
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Key Statistics for Power Plant Operator Salaries and Jobs

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Male
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Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
3%
1-4 years
28%
5-9 years
24%
10-19 years
24%
20 years or more
21%
Top Degrees

Hourly Rate

Bachelor's Degree$15.46 - $38.72
Associate's Degree$20.27 - $41.47
Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 93% dental benefits Dental: 81%
vision benefits Vision: 68% employee benefits None: 6%

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$39,165 - $89,093
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$34,643 - $75,858
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$27,673 - $63,988
 
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