Apprentice

Alliant Energy•Marshalltown, IA

16h

About The Position

The Assistant Operator position is responsible for operating and monitoring equipment at the Emery Generating Station. The role may be filled at the Apprentice or Journey level, depending on qualifications, and may occasionally require work at locations other than Emery Generating Station as needed. The position performs work connected with the operation, preventive inspections, and maintenance of a combined cycle plant. It also includes basic water sampling and chemistry analysis, facility cleanup and preservation, and assisting with control equipment operation to support safe and economical plant operations. The employee participates in continuous improvement activities that support safety, plant reliability, productivity, and efficiency, and may work in operations, maintenance, repair, and testing as qualified and needed. All work is performed according to established procedures and safety practices. The role requires following safety rules and correcting unsafe conditions or behaviors. Other duties that are similar, related, or incidental to the position may also be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience and/or equivalent in an electric generating, manufacturing, and/or processing or production facility.
General knowledge of high-school-level mathematics and science.
Proven mechanical ability and aptitude.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and perform the physical requirements of the job.
Strong sense of pride in work, ownership, and work ethic.
Knowledge of plant operations and systems.
Ability to read blueprints, manuals, and technical manuals.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Basic knowledge of First Aid and CPR.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Ability to learn and use various computer applications; knowledge of basic computer skills and functions.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor equipment at the Emery Generating Station.
Perform work related to combined cycle plant operations, preventive inspections, and maintenance.
Perform basic water sampling and chemistry analysis on systems as needed.
Perform cleanup and preservation tasks throughout the facility.
Assist with operating control equipment to support safe and economical operation.
Participate in continuous improvement activities that support safety, plant reliability, productivity, and plant efficiency.
Perform work in operations, maintenance, repair, and testing areas as qualified and needed.
Follow established procedures and safety practices, encourage safe work behaviors, and promptly correct unsafe conditions and behaviors.
Work at locations other than Emery Generating Station when needed.
Perform other similar, related, or incidental duties.