Laborer (Avs)

POSITION PURPOSE

This position is located at Antelope Valley Station in Beluah, ND.


Responsible for learning the basic principles of power plant operations, successful completion of plant training programs, keeping the plant and plant site clean, and performing tasks and services, as needed, in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with all safety rules and regulations. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• 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 small equipment such as skid steer loaders; mowing and watering grounds; fence repair; shoveling snow, ash and coal; moving materials when assigned; and performing high-pressure water blasting.


• Check fluid levels, change oil, and filters, lubricate, and maintain fuel levels on all equipment operated. Report all equipment problems to the supervisor and/or lead person, as required.


• Ensure all duties are performed in a safe, efficient manner in compliance with all safety rules and regulations.


• Perform basic preventative maintenance and maintains records/logs on equipment operated.


• Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting other departments by performing miscellaneous duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate of Completion in Power or Process Plant Technology, or an Associate’s of Applied Science degree in industrial mechanical or electrical maintenance, industrial instrumentation, welding, or diesel mechanic; or


• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED or HSED) and 2 years of industry related experience or 2 years related military training/experience.


• A valid driver's license. May require shift work.

PHYSICAL AND 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. The incumbent will also be required to work at heights up to 300 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. Good color vision and good hearing are required. This position is assigned to work both indoors and outdoors. 

KEY SKILLS

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills. 


• Basic knowledge of the production of electricity and terminology used in a generating station; and a working knowledge of power plant systems.  


• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written/verbal instructions.