Geothermal Production Managers

Manage operations at geothermal power generation facilities. Maintain and monitor geothermal plant equipment for efficient and safe plant operations.

SOC: 11-3051.02

Common Job Titles

  • Plant Manager
  • Plant Supervisor
  • Power Plant Operations Manager

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Geothermal Production Managers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

234,380

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $74,900. 25th percentile: U.S. $94,620. 50th percentile: U.S. $121,440. 75th percentile: U.S. $156,330. 90th percentile: U.S. $197,310. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$74,900
10% of workers earn the following or more$197,310
Workers on average earn$129,180

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Mechanical4.4/5
  • Administration and Management4.2/5
  • Production and Processing4.0/5
  • Public Safety and Security3.9/5
  • Mathematics3.9/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Word

Technology Skills

  • Data logging software
  • Infostat RIMBase
  • Personnel scheduling software

Tools & Equipment

  • Dataloggers
  • Desktop computers
  • Diesel-powered generators
  • Forklifts
  • Laptop computers
  • Large volume water pumps
  • Material moving cranes
  • Mobile radios
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment