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Hydroelectric Plant Mechanic Apprentice

Class code 6458 · Bargaining Unit R12

Authorized salary ranges

What CalHR authorizes this class to be paid.
RangeMonthlyAnnual
A$4,605 to $4,605$55,260 to $55,260
B$4,814 to $4,814$57,768 to $57,768
C$5,023 to $5,023$60,276 to $60,276
D$5,442 to $5,442$65,304 to $65,304
E$5,860 to $5,860$70,320 to $70,320
F$6,279 to $6,279$75,348 to $75,348
G$6,698 to $6,698$80,376 to $80,376
H$7,535 to $7,535$90,420 to $90,420

Representation

International Union of Operating Engineers represents Bargaining Unit R12, Craft and Maintenance.

Where these jobs are

25 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.

DepartmentEmployees
Department of Water Resources25

Against the market

The BLS median wage for Plant and System Operators, All Other across all California employers was $78,020 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $55,260 to $90,420 a year.

Pay scale effective . Payroll data through 2025.