Power Plant Utility/Operator – Co-Generation Plant Location: 1940 Hull Ave. Des Moines, IA 50313 Shift: 12-hr rotating swing shift (7AM-7PM / 7PM-7AM) Job Type: Full Time Compensation: $28.93 - $31.12/hour (depending on level of experience and license held) Plus $1.20/hour shift differential on rotating shifts Job Summary The Utility position supports daily operations of ADM’s Co-Generation plant, which produces steam used in soybean processing and oil refining. Utility employees are responsible for equipment inspections, water treatment, routine maintenance, and material handling while developing the skills necessary to advance into Operator roles. Job Duties • Prioritize safety, quality, and integrity while following operating procedures and safety requirements. • Conduct daily equipment rounds, inspections, and preventative maintenance on boilers, pumps, compressors, fans, cooling towers, and related equipment. • Operate equipment, valves, and controls to start, stop, or reset systems as directed by the Operator. • Collect and perform laboratory tests on water samples; monitor water quality and chemical levels and safely handle treatment chemicals. • Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform basic maintenance and lubrication, and identify concerns requiring maintenance support. • Maintain accurate handwritten and electronic logs, inspection records, and operational data. • Receive, move, and handle chemicals, materials, and equipment using forklifts and other heavy equipment as trained. • Complete routine housekeeping and cleaning assignments. • Develop an understanding of boiler operations and related systems to support plant operations and advancement into Operator roles. Requirements • Ability to work independently while maintaining an organized, safe, and reliable work environment. • Ability to perform physical tasks, including prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights and in confined spaces, and lifting up to 50 pounds. • Ability to work indoors and outdoors in extreme heat and cold, noisy and dusty environments, and other industrial conditions while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). • Ability and willingness to learn to operate heavy equipment, including forklifts, overhead cranes, skid-steers, and loaders. • Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as needed. Qualifications • Preferred: two years of power plant or relevant manufacturing experience, or a relevant degree in power plant operations. • Basic math, science, problem-solving, computer, and mechanical skills. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF:114204BR