POWER PLANT OPERATOR
⚡ Join the City of Wahoo Utilities Team
Power Plant Operator
Looking for a stable career, meaningful work, and the opportunity to help keep your community powered?
The City of Wahoo Utilities Department is seeking a dependable, mechanically inclined individual to join our team as a Power Plant Operator. This position plays a critical role in maintaining reliable electric service throughout our power district and offers opportunities for training, certifications, and long-term career growth.
🔧 What You'll Do
As a Power Plant Operator, you'll assist with:
- Operation and monitoring of the City's power generation equipment and systems
- Maintenance and overhaul of diesel engines, fleet equipment, and plant machinery
- Substation switching operations as directed by dispatchers
- Equipment inspections, operational readings, and recordkeeping
- Operation of trucks, forklifts, loaders, backhoes, and other utility equipment
- Emergency response and rotating on-call duties as needed
- Maintaining a safe and efficient work environment while serving the community
✅ What We're Looking For
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to report to the work site within 15 minutes under normal weather conditions
- Ability to work a rotating schedule, including weekend on-call assignments
Certifications (or Ability to Obtain)
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be required
- Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) Substation Switchman Certification
- Certified Chemical/Pesticide Applicator License
✨ Don't have every certification yet? If you're motivated, mechanically minded, and willing to learn, we'll support your professional development and training.
💰 Pay & Growth Opportunities
- Competitive wage based on qualifications and experience
- Excellent municipal benefits package
- Training and certification opportunities
- Long-term career development with a stable public utility
- Opportunity to gain experience in power generation, electrical systems, heavy equipment operation, and plant maintenance
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of:
- Physical examination
- Drug screening
- Background check (including driving record)
📄 How to Apply
Submit the following:
- Completed City of Wahoo Employment Application
- Letter of Interest
- Resume (optional)
📝 Be sure to indicate the position you are applying for on your application.
Submit by mail or email:
City of Wahoo
Attn: HR Coordinator
PO Box 398
Wahoo, NE 68066
📧 Email: baker@wahoo.ne.us
📍 Application Availability
Applications are available:
- At City Hall
- By emailing baker@wahoo.ne.us
- Online at www.wahoo.ne.us (Employment Opportunities)
- By calling 402-443-3222
🕒 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
🌟 Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Wahoo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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