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Power Plant Operators
SOC 51-8013 · Production, Transportation & Logistics
jobs in Hamilton County, 2026
estimated openings each year
median pay in Hamilton County
projected job growth
Source: Lightcast Q1 2026 occupation snapshot, Hamilton County, IN.
What this job pays in the Indianapolis area
Half of workers earn more than the median, half earn less. The range below runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile.
| Point in the range | Per year | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $69,580 | $33.45 |
| 25th percentile | $99,750 | $47.96 |
| Median (middle) | $109,090 | $52.45 |
| 75th percentile | $113,530 | $54.58 |
| 90th percentile | $134,490 | $64.66 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 release, Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood MSA. Hamilton County employers often pay above the metro median for skilled roles. "Not published" means the federal source suppressed or top-coded that value.
What you need to get started
Most common education: A high school diploma or GED.
How much preparation: Some preparation. Usually a high school diploma and a few months of learning on the job.
Source: O*NET database, U.S. Department of Labor (2021-2023 vintages).
This role is a documented next step from
Local training that can get you there
- Ivy Tech Community College
Post-secondary
Associate degrees, certificates, workforce credentials across IT, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, business, skilled trades. - The Pursuit Institute (TPI)
K-12 CTE
K-12 CTE consortium serving all 6 Hamilton County school corps. 9 career pathways, 15 TPI-managed programs, 450+ courses. Advanced manufacturing, healthcare, business/finance, education, agriculture, info tech, hospitality, engineering. - InvestOnward
Workforce Training
Workforce training and re-entry support. Entry-level trades, construction, logistics, manufacturing, hospitality, customer service. - InvestAbility
Disability Workforce
Supported employment for individuals with disabilities — cross-cutting across entry-level service, admin, retail, and production roles. - Re-Entry Workforce Initiative
Justice-Involved Workforce
Workforce re-entry for individuals exiting jail, in SUD recovery, or under Community Corrections supervision. Funded by Hamilton County Commissioners + Council.
Source: IHC program registry, curated April 2026. Programs decide their own eligibility and enrollment.