Power Plant Operators Jobs Pay in Charleston-North Charleston, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$40.06
25.2%Above national average
Range: $38.15 – $41.97
Average Annual Pay
$83,320
25.2%Above national average
Range: $79,352 – $87,287
How much do Power Plant Operators make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$34.05/hr
Range: $32.43 – $35.67
Annual Rate
$70,822
Range: $67,449 – $74,194
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$40.06/hr
Range: $38.15 – $41.97
Annual Rate
$83,320
Range: $79,352 – $87,287
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$46.07/hr
Range: $43.87 – $48.27
Annual Rate
$95,818
Range: $91,255 – $100,380
Power Plant Operators job description
Power Plant Operators professionals work in production facilities to manufacture goods and products. They operate machinery, assemble components, and ensure quality standards are met throughout the production process.
Responsibilities
- •Operate manufacturing equipment
- •Assemble products according to specifications
- •Perform quality control checks
- •Maintain production equipment
- •Follow safety procedures
- •Meet production quotas
Skills
- •Machine operation
- •Attention to detail
- •Quality control
- •Physical stamina
- •Basic math skills
- •Safety awareness
Qualifications
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Manufacturing experience preferred
- •Ability to lift 25-50 pounds
- •Ability to stand for extended periods
