Basin Electric Power Cooperative

Utility Operator

Gillette, WY

Full-time

About This Job

Position Title: Utility Operator

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department/Location: Office of Chief Ops Officer; Dry Fork Station/Gillette, WY

Company: Basin Electric Power Cooperative

Position Purpose

This position is responsible for learning the basic principles of power plant operations, attending and operating equipment, keeping the plant site clean, and performing tasks and services, as needed.

Essential Functions

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Assist in operating the coal and water treatment systems.

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Operate mobile equipment, as required.

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Operate a vacuum truck.

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Perform basic preventative maintenance and maintain records/logs on equipment operated.

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Check fluid levels, change oil/filters, lubricate, and maintain fuel levels on all equipment operated. Report all equipment problems to the supervisor, as required.

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Assist other departments with work area preparations and by performing miscellaneous duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

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Two-year vocational power plant technology program, process technology program; or

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High school diploma or equivalent (GED or HSED) and six months of related construction, industrial, coal-based plant, or other industry-related experience.

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The incumbent will complete the Utility Operator qualification program within 90 days of implementation.

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A valid driver’s license.

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Able and willingness to learn safe, efficient work and equipment operating practices and procedures through classroom and on-the-job training are required.

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Resume required.

Typical Physical/Mental/Environmental Demands

This position requires constant standing/walking; frequent sitting and lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds; and occasional bending/reaching, climbing, kneeling, crawling, pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds, and use of keyboard/computer. Equipment used include hand, power, and pneumatic tools; skid steer loader; forklift; motor vehicles; ladders; jackhammers; manlifts; and power lifts. Finger dexterity, hand coordination, the ability to speak, good hearing, and color vision are required. This position is required to work under pressure when necessary. Working conditions frequently include noise and electrical risks; and occasionally extreme heat/cold, dirt/dust, fumes, chemicals, vibration, and poor ventilation. This position occasionally may be required to work in confined areas and at heights up to 300 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. This position must be respirator qualified and able to operate a motor vehicle.

Wage: $46.44 per hour

Applicants interested in this opening should go to https://www.basinelectric.com to apply. Employees must apply through Inside Basin, by clicking on a position and signing into the Infor Application.

Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.