Plant Operator Trainee: Fast-Track to Power Plant Ops

Dairyland Power Cooperative; Alma (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairyland Power Cooperative in Alma, WI is seeking a Plant Operator Trainee to complete training leading to the Plant Operator position. You will gain hands-on experience by performing essential plant operations and participating in the apprenticeship program.

As you progress, you will rotate through different operating areas, perform maintenance during outages, and ensure safe, reliable operation in accordance with policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2-year diploma in a related field; strong mechanical, technical and reading comprehension skills.
• Must complete a state-approved Plant Operator apprenticeship program within three years of entering the position.
• Background in industrial operations, maintenance, electrical or instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance during outages.
• Maintain plant cleanliness and safety.
• Operate valves and electrical switches up to 24,000 volts.
• Rotate through operating areas to maintain knowledge.
• Draft and update operating procedures as needed.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, and permit requirements.

Skills

Reading procedures

Computer literacy

Education

Associate degree or 2-year diploma

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

Dairyland Power Cooperative in Alma, WI is seeking a Plant Operator Trainee to complete training leading to the Plant Operator position. You will gain hands-on experience by performing essential plant operations and participating in the apprenticeship program.

As you progress, you will rotate through different operating areas, perform maintenance during outages, and ensure safe, reliable operation in accordance with policies and procedures.