Coal Gasification Technician Career

*A job as a Coal Gasification Technician falls under the broader career category of Power Plant Operators. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Power Plant Operators : Control, operate, or maintain machinery to generate electric power. Includes auxiliary equipment operators.


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Power Plant Operator Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$73,800

Median Hourly Wage

$35.48*

Total Employed Nationally

35,010


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.