Mine Rescue Team

Mine Rescue Team

Pictured above, left to right: Mike Alms, Dan Meier, Loretta Fondaw, Raul Guillermo, Jacob Montgomery, Travis Schaeffer, Marcus Tso, Dan Wiedwilt, Mark Baue, and Paul Dunk. The mine rescue team plays an important role in disaster preparedness at Prairie State’s Lively Grove Mine. According to Mark Baue, “The main goal of this team is to act quickly and safely, protecting our people and asse… More
2019 Intern Class: Conclusion

2019 Intern Class: Conclusion

Today marks the last day of Prairie State’s 2019 intern program. Our interns have performed meaningful work during their summer here, and we appreciate their willingness to learn. We wish them the best of luck as they complete their education and move into the workforce. More
Intern Update: William Lisota

Intern Update: William Lisota

Mechanical Engineering Intern, William Lisota, has spent his summer at Prairie State working with engineers on combustion optimization projects. William has used computer software to analyze trends and gain insight on possible operational issues. He has also helped with the installation of an acoustic pyrometer, which gauges boiler temperature. Another project involved locating isometric underg… More
Intern Update: Adonis Barnes

Intern Update: Adonis Barnes

Mechanical Engineering Intern, Adonis Barnes, has spent his summer at Prairie state creating tools to facilitate operations, along with analyzing data to locate issues. Adonis has learned how a power plant operates, from the basic power cycle, to the complex components of various machines and systems. His projects involve updating and creating books using PI software; these are used by engineer… More
Intern Update: Nathan Dawson

Intern Update: Nathan Dawson

Electrical Maintenance Intern, Nathan Dawson, has spent his summer at Prairie State performing corrective repairs and preventive maintenance throughout the plant. Nathan’s daily work consisted of various work orders. At the beginning of each day, he was partnered with another electrical I&C maintenance technician, and they were given one or two work orders. After receiving these work orde… More