Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Hydropower electricity is electricity that is generated by water power from ocean tides, rivers, streams, and lakes. Hydroelectric plant technicians monitor and operate hydropower generation plants. They adjust equipment controls and maintain and repair equipment as needed. According to the National Hydropower Association, 48 states have hydropower facilities and there are 2,198 active power plants. Approximately 140,000 people are employed in the hydropower industry.
Minimum Education Level
ApprenticeshipCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
Little Change or More Slowly than the AveragePersonality Traits
Organized
Problem-Solving
Technical
Career Ladder
Manager
Senior Technician
Plant Technician
Apprentice Hydroelectric Plant Technician
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