Discover a POWERful career at Associated Electric! Our organization offers challenging and rewarding work with career development and internal mobility opportunities - all within a family friendly and community centric culture. Our purpose is simple - to provide safe, reliable and affordable energy for our member-owners. At Associated Electric, one of the largest electric cooperatives in the nation, opportunities to gain valuable experience and contribute new ideas in an ever-changing industry are endless. We are currently seeking applicants for a Journeyman Welder/Mechanic in the Mechanical Maintenance department of our Power Productions division located at the Thomas Hill Energy Center . As an employer of choice and a certified Great Place to Work, Associated provides employees competitive compensation, 401k with an employer match, health, paid disability leave and other benefits.  We support employees in their journey to physical, financial, emotional and social well-being and we encourage employees to enjoy time away with Paid Time Off, paid holidays and volunteerism in community events.  Associated’s culture includes opportunities for personal and professional growth including tuition reimbursement.  Come join a team where your talents are appreciated, your voice is heard, and your work has an impact! Duties and Responsibilities include: • Under the direction of a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor and/or Lead Man, Journeyman Mechanics are responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment and structures in and around the power plant including but is not limited to steam generators, turbinegenerators, electrical generators, compressors, pumps, fans, vehicles, tractors, all coal handing equipment, valves, piping, • Maintenance to include the repair of failures, machining of parts, rigging, welding, piping, lubricating, insulating, painting, issues tools,cleaning and any other work to assure proper operation and appearance of equipment, structures, and grounds. • Possess knowledge of ASME boiler and pressure vessel code welding practice and procedures as well as, the knowledge of weldingequipment operation. • Required to read and interpret prints, sketches, and technical manuals. • Required to work from heights. Requirements and Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED required. • Minimum of five years’ experience in heavy industrial mechanical repair with two of those years’ working as a certified high-pressure welder. OR Minimum of five years’ mechanical experience at an AECI plant, with experience in welding practice, to include, but not limited to,rod-selection and type, and ability to set up welding machines. • Obtain passing result from the applicable pre-employment test(s). • C andidates must successfully complete the established AECI welding test(s) pre and post hire. • Basic computer skills required. • Achieve and maintain a competent level of technical skills and knowledge in order to satisfactorily perform duties and responsibilities. • Demonstrate a strong mechanical ability and willingness to learn all components of the entire power plant To learn more and apply for a position, please visit www.aeci.org/careers . You will be able to upload additional applicant documents ( i.e. resume, cover letter). AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity and affirmative action in all aspects of employment. Please contact us if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment. An equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)