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Utilityperson - Newton
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Newton

Type

full-time

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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 or related heavy industrial 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 [email protected] to make a request.

    Other facts

    Tech stack
    Manual Labor,Heavy Lifting,Climbing,Adaptability,Teamwork,Mechanical Abilities,Process Abilities,Material Handling,Cleaning,Painting,Maintenance,Emergency Response,Haz-Woper Training,Fire Brigade Training,Shift Work,Power Plant Equipment Operation

    About Vistra Corp

    Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company, based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine. Vistra is a leader in transforming the energy landscape with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability. The company safely operates a reliable, efficient, power generation fleet of natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities while taking an innovative, customer-centric approach to its retail business. Learn more at vistracorp.com.

    Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
    LinkedIn: Visit
    Industry: Utilities
    Founding Year: 1882

    What you'll do

    • The Utility Person provides relief for Operations, Coal Yard, and Storeroom while assisting in Maintenance activities. Duties include operating power plant equipment, material handling, cleaning, and maintenance of plant equipment.

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    What does a Utilityperson - Newton do at Vistra Corp?

    As a Utilityperson - Newton at Vistra Corp, you will: the Utility Person provides relief for Operations, Coal Yard, and Storeroom while assisting in Maintenance activities. Duties include operating power plant equipment, material handling, cleaning, and maintenance of plant equipment..

    Why join Vistra Corp as a Utilityperson - Newton?

    Vistra Corp is a leading Utilities company.

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