Plant Operator Trainee

Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do?

Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs.

As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.

PLANT OPERATOR TRAINEE (ALMA, WI)

The Plant Operator Trainee is responsible to timely complete all training requirements leading to the Plant Operator position, while performing the essential job functions of steps as completed.

The Impact Youll Make In This Role:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

This list is developed to show the level of duties normally performed by this classification. This list is not an all-encompassing list of duties.

1. Perform maintenance during outages.

2. Perform housekeeping activities to keep the plant clean, orderly, and free from hazards.

3. Perform other duties as assigned. Attain a thorough working knowledge of equipment, procedures, policies, and safety rules by active participation in training programs.

4. Complete requirements as Plant Operator Trainee Area III and be responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and surveillance of designated turbine/generator auxiliaries, steam generator auxiliaries and other assigned plant auxiliary equipment per the Operator training program.

5. Complete requirements as Plant Operator Trainee Area II and be responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and surveillance of the turbine/generator, steam generator and other assigned plant auxiliary systems per the Operator training program.

6. Complete requirements as Plant Operator Trainee Area I and be responsible for the coordinated operation of the turbine generator and steam generator in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner per the Operator training program.

7. Required to be capable of performing the following operational functions: Operate manual and automatic valves that could range in size from ¼” to 24” and range in pressure from negative to 2,000 PSI. Be able to distinguish colors, especially the difference between red, green, and yellow. Be able to use tools such as long handled scrapers to clean coal systems. Must be able to identify differences in sound levels to find equipment problems. Operate electrical switches and breakers up to 24,000 volts.

8. Initiates maintenance request for repair of equipment.

9. As you become qualified, rotate through the operating areas routinely to maintain knowledge of plant systems.

10. Assist with drafting and updating operating procedures by reviewing, editing and initiating as needed.

11. Responsible for understanding and following DPC policies, plant operating policies and procedures, lockout/tagout procedure, environmental guidelines, safety programs, Hazardous Substance Emergency Plan and all state and federal reporting and permit requirements.

Your Experience and Expertise:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education & Experience : (Internal Candidates) – Associate Degree or two (2) year diploma in directly related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Applicant must have a background in industrial operations, computer software, maintenance, electrical or instrumentation and possess basic mechanical, critical thinking and reading comprehension skills. Applicant must complete a state-approved Plant Operator apprenticeship program within three (3) years of entering the position.

(External Candidates) – Associate Degree or two (2) year diploma in directly related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Applicant must have a background in industrial operations, computer software, maintenance, electrical or instrumentation and possess basic mechanical, critical thinking and reading comprehension skills. Applicant must complete a state-approved Plant Operator apprenticeship program within three (3) years of entering the position.

Skills : Must be able to read and understand procedures, blueprints, and technical information. Must be computer literate and be able to navigate through windows-based programs.

Licenses and Certifications : Valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands : Sitting, standing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting upper body, walking, bending, reaching, stretching, writing, hearing, speaking, seeing, fingering, grasping, climbing (stairs, ladders, sky climber, confined spaces), pushing, pulling, lifting (up to 75 pounds; 40 pounds frequently). Become trained and operate scissor lifts and forklifts as required. Must have the ability to wear protective equipment (safety glasses, hard hat, respirators, etc.). Must have the ability to become respirator certified.

Environmental Demands : Work indoors and outdoors, occasionally in extreme cold, heat, and temperature swings, and often in extreme noise. Work around mechanical and electrical hazards, and occasionally work around fumes/odors, dust, chemical and toxic waste hazards.

Other Job Characteristics : Team-oriented crews working rotating shifts. Off-duty availability. Frequent interaction with co-workers. Work overtime as required.

We are committed to providing our greatest asset, our People, with as many perks and benefits as possible. Some benefits of working with us include:

– Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability)

– Life insurance

– Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans

– Paid Time Off

– Robust Wellness Program

– New Flexible Work Program

– Tuition Reimbursement

– So much more!

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR Department at 608-788-4000.

With headquarters in La Crosse, Wis., Dairyland is a generation and transmission cooperative that provides wholesale energy for 24 electric distribution cooperatives and 17 municipal utilities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois.

At Dairyland, we know that happy employees are the backbone of any good organization. By offering an excellent compensation and benefits package, opportunities for career growth and a supportive environment, Dairyland helps ensure a quality business and premier workplace.

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.