Power Plant Operator

Code: 51-8013.00

Also known as: Auxiliary Operator, Control Operator, Control Room Operator, Multicraft Operator (MCO), Operations and Maintenance Technician (O & M Technician), Plant Control Operator, Power Plant Operator, Station Operator, Unit Operator

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

Power Plant Operator

Typical wages


10% $48,090
25% $65,300
Median $84,650
75% $99,890
90% $111,470
10% $23.12
25% $31.39
Median $40.7
75% $48.02
90% $53.59

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
35,300
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
30,000
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 2,100