Journeyman Machinist/Mechanic

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc; Missouri; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

PTO

Healthcare plan

Job summary

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a Journeyman Machinist/Mechanic to keep our power plant running safely and reliably.

You will troubleshoot and repair critical equipment, perform precision machining, welding, and mechanical repairs, and read industry blueprints to guide maintenance tasks. The role requires a solid background in heavy industrial mechanical repair, plus the ability to pass pre-employment testing and work at heights.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED.
• Five years of heavy industrial mechanical repair experience, including two years of machinist duties.
• Ability to pass applicable pre-employment and machinist testing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, basic computer skills, and the ability to work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain turbines, pumps, compressors, generators, valves, piping, and other critical plant equipment.
• Perform precision machining, welding, rigging, and mechanical repairs to support reliable power generation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and maintenance manuals.

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

At Associated Electric Cooperative, we’re committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We are a tight‑knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on across our expansive network. This role is for a Journeyman Machinist/Mechanic who will play a key role in keeping our power plant running safely and reliably.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain turbines, pumps, compressors, generators, valves, piping, and other critical plant equipment.
• Perform precision machining, welding, rigging, and mechanical repairs to support reliable power generation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and maintenance manuals.

Qualifications

• High‑school diploma or GED.
• Five years of heavy industrial mechanical repair experience, including two years of machinist duties.
• Ability to pass applicable pre‑employment and machinist testing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, basic computer skills, and the ability to work at heights.

Benefits

• Robust 401(k) program with generous employer match.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Premier healthcare plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AECI is an equal opportunity employer committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment.

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. is a member‑owned, member‑led, not‑for‑profit electric cooperative dedicated to generating reliable, affordable, and responsible power. Since 1961, we have served over 2.1 million people in the Midwest through six generation and transmission cooperatives and 51 distribution cooperatives across Missouri, northwest Oklahoma, and southeast Iowa.