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.
Ready to Power Your Career?
Step into the energy industry with an exciting role at our Dell Power Plant as an Associate Outside Operator! This is your chance to join a dynamic team where you'll be hands-on with the equipment that keeps power flowing. Whether you’re passionate about mechanical systems, electrical troubleshooting, or just love solving complex problems, this entry-level opportunity will fuel your career growth.
What You’ll Do:
- Dive into the action by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems that keep our plant running smoothly.
- Get hands-on experience and develop your skills as you assist in maintaining critical plant equipment, ensuring everything is running at peak performance.
- Tackle a variety of tasks with precision and attention to detail, helping us meet operational targets safely and efficiently.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day presents new challenges and learning opportunities.
- Be part of a collaborative team, working on a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (including weekends and holidays), making sure the plant operates around the clock.
What You Bring:
- A high school diploma or equivalent—your foundation for success.
- At least one year of experience with electrical or mechanical systems—your skills will shine here.
- The ability to juggle multiple tasks while staying cool under pressure—accuracy and efficiency are your strengths.
- The excitement to work in a rotating shift environment, including weekends and holidays—because powering a community never stops!
As an employer of choice and a certified Great Place to Work, Associated provides employees competitive compensation, 401k with an employer match, health, paid leave for family planning (including adoption), 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 workforce flexibility options with opportunities for personal and professional growth including tuition reimbursement and development planning resources. Come join a team where your talents are appreciated, your voice is heard, and your work has an impact!
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.
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Associated Electric Cooperative Inc. is owned by and provides wholesale power to six regional and 51 local electric cooperative systems in Missouri, northeast Oklahoma and southeast Iowa that serve more than 900,000 customers.
AECI is a cooperative guided by the seven cooperative principles that reflect the best interests of members: voluntary and open membership; education, training and information; democratic member control; cooperation among cooperatives; members' economic participation; concern for community; autonomy and independence.
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