Operator Trainee

Otter Tail Corporation•Beulah, ND

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We have an opening for full-time Operator Trainees at Coyote Station, a 427 MW coal-fired electric generating station near Beulah, ND. An associate degree in power plant or process technology or equivalent work experience is preferred. The applicant must be mechanically inclined, be able to wear a respirator, able to lift 40 – 50 pounds and must have a valid driver’s license. Applicant will be required to complete an aptitude inventory. Successful applicant will learn the operating procedures and duties performed by the Operations Department, primarily to learn to safely operate the flue gas cleaning (FGC) scrubber and baghouse; learn the name, location, and function of plant equipment; learn all major and minor equipment systems in the plant. Provide general assistance in the power plant as needed. Shift work is required. We offer a competitive wage and benefit package. To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com [http://www.otpco.com]. Applications accepted through March 30, 2026. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Requirements

Must be mechanically inclined
Be able to wear a respirator
Able to lift 40 – 50 pounds
Must have a valid driver’s license
Applicant will be required to complete an aptitude inventory
Shift work is required

Nice To Haves

An associate degree in power plant or process technology or equivalent work experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Learn the operating procedures and duties performed by the Operations Department
Learn to safely operate the flue gas cleaning (FGC) scrubber and baghouse
Learn the name, location, and function of plant equipment
Learn all major and minor equipment systems in the plant
Provide general assistance in the power plant as needed