Prairie State Generating Company is looking for college students who are interested in a summer intern program in the Facilities Department of the power generation and coal mining industries.  A limited number of internships are available for college students enrolled in a specific curriculum.  Participating as an intern will provide experience and exposure to state-of-the-art technology in coal mining and power generation operation.   Student interns will receive industry experience, hands-on training, paid internship and exposure to industry professionals.  

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following (other duties and responsibilities may be assigned):

• Performs a wide variety of complex duties to troubleshoot, maintain and repair all company facilities and grounds, including roads, parking lots, ditches and other related areas.
• Work with other departments to support the total operation of the PSGC campus.
• Assist in repair and maintain plumbing and electrical fixtures.
• Assist in maintaining campus lighting.
• Operate equipment as necessary to perform job functions.
• Have the ability to work without direct supervision.
• Must have the ability to think outside the box and perform emergency work when needed.
• Must have regular and reliable attendance.

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform special building and road projects.

• Assist in maintaining all PSGC Rental property.
• Document all work performed.
• Report all problems to the Facilities Lead Tech.

• Work with all Plant and Mine personnel to ensure that all maintenance needs are met.
• Maintain proper records and enter them into the computer tracking system.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position.  REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

Education/Experience

• To be considered, an individual MUST be enrolled in a 2-year degree program, certification program, or 4-year degree program.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• MUST be available for a 12-week program beginning in Late-May to Mid-August.

Certification/Licensure

• N/A

Knowledge of

• Must possess highly developed written and oral communication skills.
• Adherence to high ethical standards and integrity are absolutely required.
• Proficiency with computers is preferred.
• Understand preventive maintenance tracking and procedures.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Skills, abilities, and physical requirements

• Ability to clearly communicate with co-workers, supervisors and others.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Ability to work any assigned shift, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to work unsupervised as required.
• Physical Requirements:
• Work in close quarters
• Work from elevated positions, walk or climb up and down stairways and ladders and climb on and off equipment and must be able to bend or stoop for a full shift.
• Don and wear required safety equipment including respirators, hearing and eye protection, and protective clothing.

Work Environment

The characteristics listed herein describe the work environment the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this employment position.  REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.  While performing the duties of this employment position, the employee:

• Works in a job site environment.
• Works in a power plant or coal mine environment at all times.
• Is exposed to very noisy and dirty environment occasionally.
• Is exposed to industrial safety hazards routinely.
• Routinely travels to other plant sites for maintenance.

Compensation and Benefits

At Prairie State, the base pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this role is $25.00 per hour Undergraduate level and $28.00 per hour Graduate level.