[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Archer Daniels Midland jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/archer-daniels-midland/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Archer Daniels Midland · Des Moines # Power Plant Utility/Operator - Co-Generation - Des Moines, IA Des Moines $28.93 - $31.12/hour Manufacturing & Production Listed on Archer Daniels Midland’s official careers site. Listed as of October 11, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Archer Daniels Midland’s careers site →](https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25416&siteid=5998&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=3383937) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Archer Daniels Midland](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/archer-daniels-midland/) / Power Plant Utility/Operator - Co-Generation - Des Moines, IA ## Job description Power Plant Utility/Operator – Co-Generation Plant ### Location ADM Soybean Processing Plant 1940 Hull Ave. Des Moines, IA 50313 ### Shift 12-hr rotating swing shift (7AM-7PM / 7PM-7AM) ### Job Type Full Time (40 hours per week) ### Compensation $28.93 - $31.12/hour (depending on level of experience and license held) ### Plus $1.20/hour shift differential on rotating shifts This is a Utility position for the ADM Co-Generation plant in Des Moines. Utility employee applicants must have the aptitude and develop the skillset necessary to advance to the Operator positions at the location. New hires placed directly into an Assistant Operator position must learn and qualify for the Utility position within 9 months. ### Job Duties - Focus on safety, quality and integrity. - Shift operation (procedures) and equipment checks. - Water treatment lab tests. - Generate accurate legible documentation and log records. - Troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on Co-Gen equipment and auxiliaries. - Receiving and material handling, chemicals/materials. Requirements ### Preferred Experience - 2 years of power plant employment or relevant experience in a manufacturing environment or a relevant degree in power plant operations. - Applicant must possess basic math, science, and problem solving skills. - Applicant must be able to work in all types of climates both inside and out including extreme hot and cold temperatures, noisy environments, heights, dusty environments, all of which require use of Personal Protective Equipment. - Applicant must be able to stand for long periods, work in confined spaces and have good physical dexterity; i.e., bend, kneel, climb steps and ladders, and lift 50 Lbs. - With training, the applicant must be able to operate heavy equipment including overhead cranes, pay-loaders, forklifts, and skid-steers. - Attendance and punctuality is required including some mandatory overtime. - All employees are subject to random drug screens - Applicant must have the ability to work independently in an organized safe manner. - Applicants must be willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. - Good computer and mechanical skills a plus. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF:112128BR ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Aug 21, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 11, 2026 - Listed for: 51 days - Location: Des Moines - Pay: $28.93 - $31.12/hour[Apply on Archer Daniels Midland’s careers site →](https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25416&siteid=5998&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=3383937) ## More jobs at Archer Daniels Midland ### [Process/Production Engineer - Des Moines, IA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/archer-daniels-midland/jobs/6e7efc8a5a646448245e/) Des Moines ### [Account Manager - Des Moines, Iowa](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/archer-daniels-midland/jobs/e912a83fd180e4a5481d/) Des Moines ### [Class A OTR Truck Driver- Des Moines, IA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/archer-daniels-midland/jobs/d830f11be97b3cc27736/) Des Moines ### [Industrial Maintenance Technician (Soybean Processing) Des Moines, IA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/archer-daniels-midland/jobs/f502b9a5134b6c9a92ac/) Des Moines ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [General Utility Worker - Aramark @ FORD Michigan Assembly Plant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/b5c6311f2232278ef143/) Aramark · Wayne, MI, US ### [Utility Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cargill/jobs/eec45d82eb4cd20ed532/) Cargill · Houston, Texas ### [Utility Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandvik/jobs/4c7feed96d302e013a1b/) Sandvik · USA, SC, Westminster ### [Power Plant Supervisor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/veolia-environnement/jobs/6efb43ef9ed26e809141/) Veolia Environnement · Arkadelphia, AR, United States ### [Utility Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sherwin-williams/jobs/3118168c23790d108fcb/) Sherwin-Williams · Chester, SC, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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