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Hydroelectric Plant Operator

Class code 6463 · Bargaining Unit R12

Authorized salary ranges

What CalHR authorizes this class to be paid.
RangeMonthlyAnnual
A$8,372 to $10,792$100,464 to $129,504
B$8,758 to $11,297$105,096 to $135,564

Representation

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

Where these jobs are

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

DepartmentEmployees
Department of Water Resources63

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 $100,464 to $135,564 a year.

Pay scale effective . Payroll data through 2025.