**Job Description** **Position Title:** Laborer - Power Plant **OPEN UNTIL FILLED** **Department/Location:** Office of Chief Ops Officer; Laramie River Station/Wheatland, WY **Company:** Basin Electric Power Cooperative **Position Purpose:** This position is responsible for learning the basic principles of power plant operations, keeping the plant and plant site clean, and performing tasks and services, as needed. **Essential Functions:** + Perform general labor work, clean-up, and upkeep around the plant and grounds, which includes washing floors, windows, bathrooms, and vehicles; hauling garbage; driving trucks; operating a vacuum truck; operating small equipment such as skid steer loaders; mowing and watering grounds; fence repair; shoveling snow, ash, and coal; moving materials as assigned; and performing high-pressure water blasting. + Assist with coal, fly ash, and sludge cleanup. + Assist other departments by performing miscellaneous duties, as assigned. + Perform basic preventative maintenance and maintain records/logs on equipment operated. + Check fluid levels, change oil and filters, and lubricate and maintain fuel levels on all equipment operated. Report all equipment problems to the supervisor and/or lead person as required. **Qualifications:** + Certificate of Completion in Power or Process Plant Technology, or + Associates in Applied Science (AAS) in industrial mechanical maintenance, industrial electrical maintenance, industrial instrumentation, welding, or diesel mechanic; or + High school diploma or equivalent (GED or HSED) and two years of industry related experience or two years of equivalent related military training/experience. + Excellent written and verbal communications skills. + Basic knowledge of production of electricity, terminology used in a generating station, and a working knowledge of power plant systems. + A valid driver’s license. + Resume required. + The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for personnel in this position. The incumbent is responsible for performing all duties in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with safe work procedures and safety regulations. Prompt and regular attendance is a requirement of this position. **Typical Physical/Mental/Environmental Demands:** This position requires constant standing/walking; frequent lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds and pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds; and occasional lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 60 pounds, sitting, bending/reaching, and climbing. This position uses shovels, squeegee, and brooms, and operates the following: forklift, skid steer loader, dumpster truck, trucks, lawn mower, snow blower, high-pressure water blaster, bridge crane, farm tractors up to 180 horsepower, and small hand tools and equipment. This position may also be exposed to heat/cold, dirt/dust, chemicals, noise, and must become respirator qualified. The incumbent frequently is required to work in confined areas and at heights up to 300 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. The incumbent must have good color vision, hearing, and the ability to read, and follow written/verbal instructions. This position is assigned to work both indoors and outdoors. The incumbent must be able to operate a motor vehicle. **Wage** : $37.00 per hour **Applicants interested in this opening should go to https:** //www.basinelectric.com to apply. Employees must apply through Inside Basin, by clicking on a position and signing into the Infor Application. Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status. **Position** Laborer - Power Plant **Category** POWER PLANT **Employment Type** Full-Time **Location** US:WY:WHEATLAND **Req ID** 2013