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Power Plant Operator

Legislative Branch - Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jun 8, 2026

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)
$61,842 U.S. median for this role
Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)
+1.9% - Slower

Matched to SOC 11-1021 - Operations aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

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About this role

Power Plant Operator Washington, District of Columbia Summary This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC); Office of the Chief Operating Officer (OCO); Director, Utilities and Power Plant Operations; Assistant Director Operations Division; Rotating Operations Branch A, B, C or D. Serves as a Power Plant Operator and is responsible for the safety, environmental compliance, reliability, efficiency, and operation of all equipment in the Capitol Power Plant (CPP) during the assigned shift. Duties ***The incumbent of this position is considered “Emergency Essential Employees” and will be required to work in emergency situations and in inclement weather conditions.*** ***Tour of duty may include holidays, weekends and rotating shifts on a regular and recurring basis.*** Major Duties Include: The CPP operates around the clock to provide steam for heating and chilled water for air conditioning to the buildings of the U.S. Capitol, U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate. The incumbent is required to report to work during emergencies, failure of plant machinery and equipment, and inclement weather situations to support the critical mission of the CPP. This position may be filled at the WG-8, WG-10 or WG-11. If starting at the lower levels, developmental assignments will be given with the goal of attaining the full performance level. Promotions can be attained without further competition up to the WG-12. Duties quoted below are for the WG-11 level. PLANT OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE Operates the electric generation, steam and chilled water utility systems on a continuing basis. Uses plant equipment control

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