BTU-Chief Power Plant Operator

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Position Information

Posting Number 2025429 Position Title BTU-Chief Power Plant Operator Position # #9000124 FLSA Non-Exempt Classification Type Labor/Maintenance/Technical Department Electric Utilities (BTU) - Generation Job Type Full Time Work Schedule

12 hour rotating shifts

5:30am-5:30pm (days) & 5:30pm-5:30am (nights)

Hiring Pay Rate Dependent on Qualifications Posting Opening Date 08/13/2025 Posting Closing Date Job Summary

The Chief Power Plant Operator oversees, coordinates, and participates in the operation of an electric generating plant, the Roland C. Dansby Power Plant.

The Roland C. Dansby Power Plant is the primary natural gas-fired resource for Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU). The power plant is a four-unit power plant consisting of a 110MW gas-fired steam turbine, two 48MW simple-cycle LM 6000 gas turbines and one GE frame 5 18MW gas turbine with a total capacity of 224MW. The power plant acts as a physical hedge for BTU's power supply and is used as a peaking to intermediate resource.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversees, reviews, and participates in the work of plant operators taking readings and checking equipment related to plant operations.
• Oversees the startup, operation, and shutdown of gas turbines, steam turbines, boilers, electric generators, gas compressors, and associated power plant equipment in both routine and emergency situations.
• Assists management with providing on-the-job training, delegating and ensuring the timely completion of work, enforcing work procedures and standards, and enforcing compliance with City and departmental policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Plans, coordinates, and participates in regulatory compliance activities to include but not limited to, air emissions, water, wastewater, NERC, ERCOT, and facility compliance programs.
• Assists with operations and maintenance planning activities, to include developing work plans and schedules, procuring materials, and contacting contractors.
• Prepares routine reports and maintains necessary records of power plant operations.
• Does switching of electrical system including substation air switches.
• Uses the radio and telephone to communicate with City workers, dispatchers, and the general public.
• Records electrical outage data and instructs repair crews.
• Oversees and participates in electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Oversees and participates in water production duties and water quality analysis; ensures plant chemistry program parameters are maintained.
• Regularly inspects condition of equipment for safety, maintenance, and cleanliness; assists with the correction of and documentation of problems; reports abnormal conditions to management, including any issues involving personnel.
• Performs special studies/projects as assigned by production management.
• Recommends procedural changes to management to help improve employee safety and productivity.
• Continue education in an assigned trade skills training program in electrical, mechanical, or instrumentation, as well as continuing education in power plant operations.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Responds regularly and promptly to work.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED, plus a minimum of 2 years additional training or education in area of specialization.
• At least eight (8) years of work experience related to power plant operations or similar responsibilities.

Preferred:

• Previous senior, lead, or supervisory experience is preferred.

Equivalent combinations of education, experience, certification, and training may also be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Technically proficient in the principles, procedures, and techniques of power plant operations and maintenance.
• Safety standards, procedures, and precautions utilized in emergency response activities.

Ability to:

• Understand power plant operations.
• Use discretion in making good judgment decisions.
• Safely and efficiently operate, maneuver, and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and materials used in performing essential functions.
• Initiate positive and appropriate corrective action in the event of a sudden accident or equipment failure.
• Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods.
• Use a personal computer and related software applications as needed.
• Maintain accurate and complete logs, records, and files.
• Handle multiple tasks, prioritize and organize work assignments, and meet established deadlines.
• Comply with City and departmental administrative directives, policies, and procedures.
• Remain constantly alert and aware of any workplace hazards and follow the safety practices and principles in reporting and preventing accidents.
• Demonstrate satisfactory work performance and regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Provide management with sound, positive advice, and information concerning the area of responsibility.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate effectively with the public and other required entities.

Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements

• Texas Class C driver's license with a good driving record as measured by the City's evaluation system.
• Susceptible for callout or overtime due to coverage for shift vacancies due to sick leave or vacation

Physical Demands

Physical demands include but are not limited to: sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, standing, walking, driving, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, crawling, climbing, and using hands and fingers to operate equipment and to lift or move objects up to 70 pounds.

Working Conditions

Works in a power plant environment with exposure to indoor and outdoor conditions, inclement weather, temperature extremes, heights, overhead hazards, noise, vibration, rotating machinery, cramped/confined spaces, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, open flames, sparks, odors, smoke, fumes, chemicals, dust, and other airborne pollutants.

Equipment

Work shall be performed with tools, appliances, and equipment approved by those agencies and bodies that have control, authority, or approval of the design working ranges or limitations of those items; the employee has the responsibility to conform to those ranges and limitations.

Equipment may include but is not limited to: boilers, steam turbines, combustion turbines, generators, power and hand tools, pumps, motors, water test equipment, gauges, valves, ladders, computer, phone, vehicles, and forklifts.

Additional Notes/Instructions for Applicants

This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at-will' relationship.

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