Utility Operator - Co-Gen - Lincoln, NE
Listed on 2026-01-27
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Utility Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Overview
Job Description
Utility Operator - Co-Gen - Lincoln, NE
This is a full-time, hourly position.
Summary of Job: Utility Operator position is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Lincoln, NE Cogeneration facility. Utility Operators work directly with and support the Boiler Operator according to the job duties listed below. Progression into boiler house operation is expected.
Responsibilities- Active participant in the facility safety program to help ensure the safety of all personnel and maintain compliance with OSHA regulations
- Recognize environmental and safety hazards and take actions to ensure they are mitigated so as not to affect employee safety, process quality, and environmental compliance
- Operate specific equipment including forklift and skid steer loader
- Laboratory analysis on water samples to ensure proper boiler and cooling tower water treatment
- Water treatment chemical handling
- Cooling Tower operational support for the entire facility
- Daily/weekly/monthly equipment checks
- Data entry
- Troubleshoot equipment issues as they arise
- Preventive maintenance on equipment
- Housekeeping tasks
- General labor
- Willing and able to work a 12-hour shift, rotating between days and nights
- Willing and able to work overtime to cover for coworker vacation or call-ins
- Must be a self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented team player, with solid verbal communication skills
- Proficient using computer software programs such as Microsoft Office
- Able to read and interpret documents and drawings, possess sound troubleshooting skills, and write detailed reports
- Have the ability to affect change through diagnosis, designing, and implementing solutions
- Must be able to work independently, assess various situations, and make solid, reliable decisions
- Education and Training Preferred: High School diploma or GED
- Experience Preferred: Experience in boiler operation and/or water treatment
- Applicant must have regular, prompt attendance
- Have the ability to climb stairs and ladders, perform some lifting (50 lbs), sit and stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, working with heights, bending, kneeling, and be able to wear a respirator
- Candidate must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as hot and cold temperatures and a dusty environment
- $29.34 per hour
- 12-hour shifts, 7 to 7
- Standard rotation is four shifts 7a-7p, four days off, four shifts 7p-7a, four days off
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
Pay and Benefits
The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
The pay for this position is expected to be:
$28.30/hr + shift differential
Benefits and PerksEnriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
- Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
- Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
- Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
- Paid time off including paid holidays.
- Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as Linked In Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
* Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
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