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Job Description
If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online. Job Summary Utility Person is an entry level position that provides relief for Operations, Coal Yard, and Storeroom in addition to assisting in Maintenance activities.
Job Description Overview:
Utility Person is an entry level position that provides relief for Operations, Coal Yard, and Storeroom in addition to assisting in Maintenance activities. The starting pay for this role is $40.52 per hour and is eligible for benefits.
Responsibilities:
Utility Person works a varied schedule covering all working shifts (0700-1500, 1500-2300, 2300-0700, 0700-1900, and 1900-0700) and all days of the week. Utility Person duties vary with the department they are assigned to, but include operation of power plant equipment, material handling equipment, cleaning, painting, and maintenance of plant equipment, buildings and grounds, heavy lifting, manual labor, digging, stores department work, climbing and working in hot, cold, dirty environments Perform other tasks as assigned
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent Ability to work shift work Ability to climb ladders, lift and carry heavy loads, perform manual labor Ability to adapt to varying work schedules and assignments, learning to satisfactorily complete a variety of job duties Ability to work in areas involving heights, enclosed spaces, and near or above water Must be available and willing to work fair share of overtime, as requested Previous power plant experience or knowledge is preferred Previous shift-work experience is preferred Demonstrate mechanical and/or process abilities is preferred Utility Person must be able to work in a team environment Utility Person will be required to train for plant Fire Brigade, Haz-Woper, and Emergency Response team as well as meet the requirements of Vistra's Respiratory Protection Program for these teams Utility Person must be flexible and able to adapt to changing work schedules and work assignments Must pass the
POSS/MASS
test
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to work shift work High school diploma or equivalent Ability to climb ladders, lift and carry heavy loads, perform manual labor Ability to adapt to varying work schedules and assignments, learning to satisfactorily complete a variety of job duties Ability to work in areas involving heights, enclosed spaces, and near or above water Must be available and willing to work fair share of overtime, as requested
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous power plant experience or knowledge Previous shift-work experience Demonstrate mechanical and/or process abilities Job Family Plant Operations Company Illinois Power Generating Company Locations Newton, Illinois Illinois We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today! If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site. It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.
