Plant Maintenance Operator (PMO) (UN1250) - B-1650 Location: Gillette, WY, United States Job ID: 35603 Date Posted: Feb 4, 2025 Position will close at 12:00am CT on Feb 19, 2025 Share: share to e-mail Apply Now > Job Description Job Specifications Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today—for our customers, communities and each other. Position summary: In this role the Plant Maintenance Operator will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of plant equipment including coal handling, ash, pollution abatement systems, boilers, and turbine/generator auxiliary equipment. Maintenance activities typically include troubleshooting deficiencies, performing preventative and minor corrective maintenance Pay Range:$33.06 - $50.02 (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Unit) Reporting Relationship:Operation & Maintenance Supervisor Location: Gillette, Wyoming Essential Functions: • Communicate with supervisor and other crew members on plant equipment operating condition and other pertinent information of assigned work areas, maintenance projects, and vehicles. • Perform start-up, operation, monitoring, shutdown and tag out of plant auxiliary equipment at the equipment location. • Be familiar with equipment operating limits, parameters, operating procedures, systems and perform corrective action to maintain equipment within operational parameters. • Troubleshoot and report all abnormal plant conditions and required maintenance via the “Work Request” system. • Complete any scheduled maintenance assignments and document completion in prescribed time. • Provide lubrication, preventative, corrective, and overhaul maintenance on equipment, as assigned. • Assist other PMO, IT, plant personnel, and contract maintenance as required. • Operate all plant mobile equipment. • Unload and transport ash, coal, and fly ash as required. • Perform general operations, general maintenance and general housekeeping duties as assigned. • Work safely, following company policies, procedures and work practices in positive, cooperative, and productive manner. Additional Responsibilities: • Be aware of and routinely inspect equipment to assure plant systems are operated per design and in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. What Is Required: • High School Diploma or equivalent. • Minimum of 3 years power plant, industrial plant and/or maintenance experience. What Is Desired: • A.S. in power/industrial plant or completion of mechanic apprentice program • General knowledge of operations and maintenance with plant equipment and systems. • Increasing level of understanding the equipment and systems required through years of service. • Make maintenance related decisions concerning the operations and maintenance of equipment with minimal direct supervision. • Ability to read and understand written material. • Ability to communicate verbally and in written form. • Ability to work with minimal supervision. • Ability to operate computers. • Ability to make decisions, monitor and evaluate plant systems and status of plant operations. • Ability to understand, review and revise schematics, drawings and equipment manual. • Ability to operate computer/digital control systems. • Rotating shift work; 12-hour shifts. This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply. About our Company:We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas). Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance. Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information. Share: mail Apply Now >