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Generating Careers Empowering Lifestyles With Great Opportunities and Benefits Power Plant Operator Trainee/Laborer Minnkota Power is seeking qualified applicants for an Operator Trainee at our Milton R. Young Power Plant near Center, ND. The Milton R. Young Station is a two-unit coal-fired power plant, providing a stable energy source for our cooperative member-owners. The station is located 35 miles from Bismarck, North Dakota, a growing and progressive city with many recreational opportunities. This position is an entry level plant operations position which will lead to a rotating 12-hour shift schedule. Successful applicants will assist in the operation, maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities. Performs building and ground maintenance activities Leads to membership of the plant site Fire Brigade Utilizes hand and power tools Operates light vehicles, tractors, skid steer loaders and similar equipment Performs heavy manual labor Assembles and must work off scaffolding Will be scheduled to work overtime on nights and weekends. Certification or Associates Degree in Power or Process Technology or Industrial Technology preferred. Must have good color vision and a valid driver's license. Must be able to meet the physical and mental requirements of the position. On-line applications can be found at www.Minnkota.com. Resumes will not be accepted without a completed application. Closing date to submit applications is April 26, 2026. Minnkota Power Cooperative is an EEO/AAP/Female/Minority/Disabled/Vets Employer