Hydroelectric Plant Technicians

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Hydroelectric Plant Technicians does

You maintain and operate equipment at hydroelectric facilities that generate power from water flow, managing turbines and water levels. This specialized role combines mechanical expertise with knowledge of water resource management.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a associate degree. About 2 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$7,500. Estimated payback: ~1 year. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

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