To work as a hydroelectric production manager, you typically need to:

• have a high school diploma or equivalent;
• have a bachelor's degree in a related field; and
• have 5 years or more of related work experience.

Education after high school

Hydroelectric production managers often have a bachelor's degree. Many earn a degree in engineering, hydrology, electrical science, industrial production, or business management. This prepares you to work with the various systems needed to manage hydroelectric power production.

Work experience

In general, employers prefer to hire people who have at least five years of experience in their industry. It helps if some of your time is spent as a supervisor.

On-the-job training

Some employers have management training programs for new college graduates. You receive training in the company's policies. You also learn about your job duties. Training may last several months up to a year; two to three months' of training is the most common.