Project Assistant - RRHP

Missouri River Energy Services; Pella, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri River Energy Services in Iowa is seeking a student for a full-time summer position at the Red Rock Hydroelectric Project in Pella. The role runs from mid-May through mid-August and provides hands-on training in hydroelectric power generation and plant operations.

The student will assist with operating procedures, warehouse organization, and general housekeeping, while supporting RRHP operations and maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions.
• Able to interact and communicate effectively with co-workers and the public.

Responsibilities

• Review and revise plant operating procedures as needed.
• Develop lock out tag out templates for major equipment in the plant.
• Continue organizing the warehouse.
• General housekeeping duties as needed.
• Support RRHP operations, maintenance activities, and other project needs.
• Receive training in the fundamentals of hydroelectric power generation.

Skills

Outdoor work

Lifting heavy objects

Safety procedures

Communication

Following instructions

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Headquartered in Sioux Falls, SD Missouri River Energy Services is a joint action agency supporting our 61 member municipalities that own and operate their own electric distribution systems. We are dedicated to supplying our members with reliable, cost-effective, long-term energy and energy services in a fiscally responsible and environmentally effective manner. MRES offers an outstanding work environment. We provide competitive wages and comprehensive/low-cost benefit package with unique offerings. Learn more about us by viewing our website at http://www.mrenergy.com .

Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) is seeking a student interested in power generation for a full-time summer position located at our Red Rock Hydroelectric Project in Pella, Iowa. This position begins in mid-May and goes through mid-August.

• Review and revise if needed plant operating procedures.
• Develop lock out tag out templates for major equipment in the plant.
• Continue with the organization of the warehouse.
• General housekeeping duties as needed.
• Support RRHP operations, maintenance activites, and other project needs.
• Receive training in the fundamentals of hydroelectric power generation.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School Diploma.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to follow safety procedures as well as written and verbal instructions.
• Able to interact and communicate effectively with co-workers and the public.