• Utility Operator - DFS

    Basin Electric Power Cooperative (Gillette, WY)


    Job Title:

    UTILITY OPERATOR - DFS

    Posting Start Date:

    12/10/25

    Job Description:

    POSITION PURPOSE

    This position is located at our Dry Fork Station location in Gillette, WY.

     

    Responsible for learning the basic principles of power plant operations, attending and operating equipment, keeping the plant site clean, and performing tasks and services, as needed.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES

    + Assist in operating the coal and water treatment systems.

    + Operate mobile equipment, as required.

    + Operate a vacuum truck.

    + Perform basic preventative maintenance and maintain records/logs on equipment operated.

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

    + Assist other departments with work area preparations and by performing miscellaneous duties, as assigned.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    + Associate’s degree in power plant technology program, process technology program; or

    + A high school diploma or equivalent (GED or HSED) and 6 months of related construction, industrial, coal-based plant, or other industry-related experience.

    + Completion of the Utility Operator qualification program within 90 days of implementation.

    + A valid driver’s license.

    PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

    This position requires constant standing/walking; frequent sitting and lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds; and occasional bending/reaching, climbing, kneeling, crawling, pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds, and use of keyboard/computer. Equipment used include hand, power, and pneumatic tools; skid steer loader; forklift; motor vehicles; ladders; jackhammers; manlifts; and power lifts. Finger dexterity, hand coordination, the ability to speak, good hearing, and color vision are required. Working conditions frequently include noise and electrical risks; and occasionally extreme heat/cold, dirt/dust, fumes, chemicals, vibration, and poor ventilation. This position occasionally may be 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. This position must be respirator qualified.

    KEY SKILLS

    + Ability and willingness to learn safe, efficient work and equipment operating practices and procedures through classroom and on-the-job training.

    + Ability to communicate with supervisors and fellow workers in both written and verbal forms.

    + May be required to work under pressure when necessary. **Wage: $46.44 per hour**

     

    Basin Electric wants all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. If you are an applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or who needs other assistance or accommodations, please contact us at 701-223-0441. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed or provide your contact information, and a Basin Electric Human Resources representative will contact you. Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.