At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network! From technical to operational to professional disciplines, our team brings a wide variety of skills, talents, and expertise to the table. We believe in both dedicating ourselves to excellence and investing in your growth. As a Monitoring & Diagnostics Specialist you will help keep our power generation fleet running reliably by turning real-time operating data into insights that make a difference. You'll combine your power plant operations experience, technical curiosity, and problem-solving skills to identify equipment issues before they become costly failures. Working alongside engineers, plant teams, and technical experts, you'll play an important role in strengthening reliability and improving performance across our generating fleet. What You’ll Do Monitor advanced analytics and predictive models to identify equipment performance issues and potential reliability risks across coal and natural gas power plants. Analyze real-time operating data, investigate anomalies, and collaborate with technical experts to troubleshoot issues and recommend solutions. Partner with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to proactively address equipment concerns and prevent unplanned outages. Evaluate equipment performance before and after maintenance activities, identifying opportunities to improve reliability. Develop dashboards, reports, and data visualizations that turn complex information into actionable insights for leadership. Track equipment issues, quantify avoided costs, and contribute to continuous improvement across our generating fleet. What You’ll Need At least 8 years of experience in coal or natural gas power plant operations and maintenance, or equivalent work or military experience. Strong understanding of thermal power plant equipment, systems, and operating processes. Familiarity with distributed control systems (DCS), PI data historian, and Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and Power BI. Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment documentation. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills. What Associated provides: We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions. Plan for your future with confidence! We offer a robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match to help you build the financial future you deserve. We know how important work-life integration is. Recharge with PTO and enjoy paid holidays, ensuring you have time to unwind and pursue your passions outside of work. Your health matters to us! Stay covered beginning on your first day of employment with our premier healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. At Associated Electric Cooperative, all of our 700+ employees across MO/AR/OK territory play a crucial role in powering our mission! Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find endless opportunities for career development here. Join us in an environment where your contribution is valued, and your career can thrive as we work together to keep the lights on! Ready to Energize your career? Visit our website at www.aeci.org/careers to learn more about Associated and apply for a position. Equal Opportunity Statement: AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. Please reference the contact information below if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment. An equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran. Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. is a member-owned, member-led, not-for-profit electric cooperative dedicated to generating reliable, affordable, and responsible power. Since 1961, we've proudly served six generation and transmission cooperative and 51 distribution cooperatives across Missouri, northeast Oklahoma, and southeast Iowa-providing energy to over 2.1 million people in the Midwest. Together, we're powering communities and shaping a brighter future. Have a question? We have the answers! Check out our FAQs for more details. Plus, sign up for text updates during the application process to stay connected and informed!

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