Station Operator - GGS

Station Operator - GGS

Salary Range - $40.69 - $50.86
Location - Sutherland, NE Gerald Gentleman Station
Posting Date:
February 23, 2026
Closing Date:
March 9, 2026

Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us!

By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. More than generating and delivering power, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. With safety at the helm, we have created a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re not just an employee;

you're a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other.

Our power grid has been consistently ranked one of the most reliable and resilient, but our reputation for excellence extends beyond our customer service to our employee satisfaction. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, advancing through the ranks thanks to our robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. With us, you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you’re making a deep impact on the communities around you, and where you can truly power a career that you can be proud of.

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This position is responsible for making rounds on plant equipment including the boilers, turbines, fans, air heaters, flyash removal systems, transformers, canal systems, outlying buildings, and all auxiliary equipment involved with these systems.

Incumbent must be recommended based on the Power Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) results.

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) and other work experience or demonstrated performance showing that the applicant has the skills and ability to perform the required duties of this position.

Proven successful mechanical or electrical experience is preferred. Prior commercial power plant or other heavy industrial experience is desirable.

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• Operate boiler, turbine-generator, and all auxiliary equipment in a safe and efficient manner. This includes making rounds and keeping accurate and detailed logs, inspecting, troubleshooting, and light mechanical work as needed for plant operation.
• Identify equipment problems and their impact to the operation of the plant. The station operator must then communicate these to the control room or shift leader clearly.
• Perform Lockout/Tagout of plant equipment per ES-OP02. This involves securing and starting equipment properly per Operating Guides, opening/closing valves, breakers, and switches.
• Follow all plant safety procedures including lockout/tagout, operating guides, and personnel protection. Comply with all local, state and federal regulations. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality (NDEQ), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electricity Reliability Council (NERC), etc.
• Maintain eligibility and participate on the plant fire brigade.
• Work rotating 12‑hour shifts, including nights and holidays. During outages, plant emergencies, training, etc., expect the schedule to change depending on the needs of the department.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all operator and assigned training. Know and comply with expectations for this position as specified in the Gerald Gentleman Station (GGS) Expectations section.
• Accountable for other duties as assigned.
• Incumbent is accountable for miscellaneous other responsibilities as assigned or required.

• Customer Focus
• Employees & Teamwork
• Diversity & Inclusion
• Integrity/Excellence
• Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
• Safety

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above…