Hydroelectric Plant Technicians

Monitor and control activities associated with hydropower generation. Operate plant equipment, such as turbines, pumps, valves, gates, fans, electric control boards, and battery banks. Monitor equipment operation and performance and make necessary adjustments to ensure optimal performance. Perform equipment maintenance and repair as necessary.

The median annual salary for Hydroelectric Plant Technicians in the US is $99,670.

The role is projected to decline by 11% over the next decade. Current US employment is approximately 31,600 workers.

The typical entry education is a High school diploma or equivalent. Building a foundation in the top skills below will strengthen your application.

The most in-demand skills for this role include energy transformation, energy, energy performance of buildings, hydroelectricity, technical drawings, electrical power safety regulations. These are the skills O*NET identifies as most important for competent performance.

Our AI-durability model gives Hydroelectric Plant Technicians a score of 0.32 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at low AI exposure — the role's core work resists current-generation automation. It's a comparatively AI-durable choice within its field.

Hydroelectric Plant Technicians has low barrier to entry — generally accessible — you can enter with basic credentials and on-the-job learning.