Job Title:
UTILITY OPERATOR
Posting Start Date:
9/3/25
Job Description:
POSITION PURPOSE
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 DUTIES
+ Assist in operating the coal and water treatment systems.
+ Operate mobile equipment, as required.
+ Operate a vacuum truck.
+ Perform basic preventative maintenance and maintain records/logs on equipment operated.
+ Check fluid levels, change oil/filters, lubricate, and maintain fuel levels on all equipment operated. Report all equipment problems to the supervisor, as required.
+ Assist other departments with work area preparations and by performing miscellaneous duties, as assigned.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
+ Associate’s degree in power plant technology program, process technology program; or
+ A high school diploma or equivalent (GED or HSED) and 6 months of related construction, industrial, coal-based plant, or other industry-related experience.
+ Completion of the Utility Operator qualification program within 90 days of implementation.
+ A valid driver’s license.
PHYSICAL AND 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. 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.
KEY SKILLS
+ Ability and willingness to learn safe, efficient work and equipment operating practices and procedures through classroom and on-the-job training.
+ Ability to communicate with supervisors and fellow workers in both written and verbal forms.
+ May be required to work under pressure when necessary.B
Basin Electric Power Cooperative