Coal Equipment Operator Apprentice A

This position is responsible for activities related to the operation of a coal-fired plant. The Coal Equipment Operator schedules, directs or assists in the unloading, stacking out, storing and reclaiming of coal as necessary in a safe and efficient manner so as to insure a sufficient coal flow to the station.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the Coal Handling Supervisor.
• Supervises and may schedule the work of other Coal Handling personnel.
• Schedules, directs or assists in the unloading, stacking out, storing and reclaiming of coal as necessary in a safe and efficient manner so as to insure a sufficient coal flow to the station.
• Is responsible for and maintains the safe and efficient operation of all coal handling equipment.
• Is responsible for proper lubrication of all coal handling equipment.
• Operates all coal mobile equipment, such as bulldozer, stacker reclaimer, car dumper or other allied coal equipment.
• Inspects coal handling equipment for proper mechanical operation and makes repairs to the equipment.
• Is responsible for the proper operation of weigh scales and coal sampling.
• Assists in or conducts training programs for new employees.
• Assists in or prepares requisitions for coal handling materials and supplies.
• Performs routine clerical work.

• Upon occasion or in emergency performs other related or less skilled work as required or directed.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required. Post-secondary education in the power generation field is desired. Military experience related to power generation acceptable.

• Successful completion of the Power Plant Operator Entrance Knowledge Exam.
• Successful candidate will work as part of a team and ensure they are operating economically, efficiently, safely and within state/federal compliance at all times.
• Competent computer skills.
• Must be available for callouts/emergencies.
• Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions

• Power plant environment. Work environment includes working out of doors, working at heights, high/low ambient temperatures and high humidity areas. Some temperatures can be extreme.
• Work in and around rotating equipment, high voltage electrical equipment, high noise areas and elevations.
• Emergency situations will require the use of a respirator and established facial hair in the sealing area of a respirator is not permitted.
• Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

We offer a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional "al la carte" benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.