BTU-Power Plant Operator

City of Bryan; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bryan seeks a Power Plant Operator to monitor, operate, and maintain equipment at the Roland C. Dansby Power Plant.

The role includes a formal training program of about 18–24 months, combining classroom, computer-based, and on-the-job learning to develop skills for electricity production. The position supports plant safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient operation of gas turbines, steam turbines, boilers, and generators; it requires a high school diploma and at least one year

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• At least 1 year of work experience in a power plant or related manual labor.
• Ability to learn and follow procedures for power plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate regulatory compliance activities (air emissions, water, wastewater, NERC, ERCOT).
• Assist with operations and maintenance planning, including work plans, schedules, materials, and contractor coordination.
• Participate in startup, operation and shutdown of gas turbines, steam turbines, boilers, generators, and related equipment.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation maintenance tasks.
• Maintain water quality and plant chemistry program parameters.

Skills

Power plant operations

Regulatory compliance

Safety practices

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Rotating 12 hour shift
5:30am-5:30pm & 5:30pm-5:30am

Hiring Pay Rate

Posting Opening Date

Posting Opening Date 11/03/2026

Posting Closing Date

Job Summary

The Power Plant Operator is expected to acquire the skills and knowledge to monitor, operate, and maintain electrical power plant equipment at the Roland C. Dansby Power Plant. The position will be actively engaged in a formal training program, approximately 18-24 months long, consisting of classroom, computer-based, and on-the-job training to acquire the necessary skills/knowledge and understanding to operate equipment used in the production of electricity.

Roland C. Dansby Power Plant is the primary natural gas-fired resource for Bryan Texas Utilities ( BTU ). The power plant is a three-unit power plant consisting of a 110MW gas-fired steam turbine and two 48MW simple-cycle gas turbines with a total capacity of 206MW. 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

• 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.
• Participates in 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.
• Performs electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Performs water quality analysis and ensures plant chemistry program parameters are maintained.
• Performs water production duties.
• Performs special studies/projects as assigned by production management.
• 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

• High School Diploma/ GED .
• At least 1 year of work experience in a power plant or work experience performing semi-skilled and/or skilled manual labor that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, tools, and terminology used in a plant environment.

Ability to:

• Learn the principles, procedures, and techniques of power plant operations and maintenance.
• Follow instructions and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• 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.
• Take the initiative to learn individual job tasks and continue to broaden knowledge levels by willingly accepting new responsibilities and attending training to advance skills.
• 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.

Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements

• Texas Class C driver’s license with a good driving record as measured by the City’s evaluation system.
• Participates in an on-call rotation schedule for power plant related issues.

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.