Auxiliary Operator

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking Auxiliary Operators for Thomas Hill Energy Center to support safe and efficient plant operations. You will monitor and operate turbine and boiler auxiliary equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and document readings to ensure reliable energy production.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with at least one year of industrial mechanical or electrical background. Weekend, holiday, overtime, and varying shift work may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; minimum one year of industrial mechanical or electrical background.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate turbine and boiler auxiliary equipment within the power plant.
• Start, stop, inspect, adjust, and lubricate equipment; perform preventive maintenance and record readings.
• Monitor, inspect, and write work requests for equipment repair as needed.

Skills

Industrial background

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

**At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network!****From technical to operational to professional disciplines, our team brings a wide variety of skills, talents, and expertise to the table. We believe in both dedicating ourselves to excellence and investing in your growth.**The Thomas Hill Energy Center is accepting applications for our Auxiliary Operator applicant pool. We are building a pool of qualified and motivated candidates for future opportunities and hiring consideration as openings become available.Auxiliary Operators at Thomas Hill play a crucial role in supporting safe and efficient plant operations by operating turbine and boiler auxiliary equipment. Key responsibilities include monitoring, inspecting, and adjusting equipment, performing housekeeping, and recording equipment readings to ensure reliable energy production.**What you'll do:*** Safely and efficiently operate the turbine and boiler auxiliary equipment within the power plant, including systems such as circulating water, hydrogen cooling, equipment lubricating, water treatment, building heating and cooling, pumps, fans and compressors. Operate anhydrous ammonia systems to include unloading trucks in accordance with procedures.* Start, stop, inspect, adjust, and lubricate equipment, keeping a close eye on equipment health, and escalating issues when equipment maintenance is required; perform preventive maintenance on equipment; analyze gauge readings, perform necessary equipment testing, and write work requests for equipment repair.**What you’ll need:*** High school diploma or GED required with a minimum of one-year industrial mechanical or electrical background.* Obtain passing results from the applicable pre-employment test(s).* Basic computer skills are required.* Required to work from heights.* Demonstrate willingness to learn all components of the power plant.* Ability to work weekends, holidays, overtime, and varying shifts as needed.**What Associated provides:*** We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions.* Plan for your future with confidence! We offer a robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match to help you build the financial future you deserve.* We know how important work-life integration is. Recharge with PTO and enjoy paid holidays, ensuring you have time to unwind and pursue your passions outside of work.* Your health matters to us! Stay covered beginning on your first day of employment with our premier healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.**At Associated Electric Cooperative, all of our 700+ employees across MO/AR/OK territory play a crucial role in powering our mission! Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find endless opportunities for career development here. Join us in an environment where your contribution is valued, and your career can thrive as we work together to keep the lights on!****Ready to Energize your career? Visit our website at** **www.aeci.org/careers** **to learn more about Associated and apply for a position.**