Materials Handler

City of Grand Island, NE • Grand Island, NE

327d

About The Position

Participate in semi-skilled and skilled work involved in handling coal fuel and combustion products for the Platte Generating Station; maintain and operate equipment involved in handling coal fuel and combustion products; and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility. This is the entry/journey level class within the materials handler series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Senior Materials Handler by eventual performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Employees initially work under immediate supervision but very quickly learn the full scope of the job and only need instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise.

Requirements

• No experience is required.
• Experience in operating heavy machinery and equipment is desirable.
• Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the maintenance of grounds and facilities; clean equipment and buildings as necessary.
• Remove snow, mow lawn, spray for weeds and other miscellaneous tasks.
• Assist with the filling of coal bunkers; assist in unloading and handling coal trains and fuel oil trucks.
• Assist with the handling of coal combustion products.
• Assist in maintaining equipment used in materials handling operation.
• Assist with lubrication, maintenance and oil changes for heavy equipment including the locomotive and coal pushers.
• Perform preventive maintenance work on vehicles and equipment.
• Operate equipment as necessary.
• Assist in repairing and maintaining material handling equipment as necessary.
• Participate in work activities including unloading the coal train.
• Operate the control panel for transportation of coal; maintain clear coal chutes.
• Operate the bottom ash dewatering and unloading system.
• Operate heavy equipment including locomotive, wheel loader, tractor trailer, motor grader, skid steer, and dozer.
• Design and fabricate various pieces of equipment for use in coal handling operation.
• Inspect and maintain railroad tracks and switches.
• Service and maintain run-off pond pump; operate coal sampling system; service conveyor belts.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Consideration may be given if experience exceeds entry-level qualifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed