Back Plant Operator

Reworld Waste; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day 1

401(k) with 7% company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Disability benefits

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a Back Plant Operator to perform diverse operational tasks in a fast-paced industrial setting supporting the thermomechanical treatment process. This entry-level role offers significant advancement potential and requires a strong emphasis on safety and reliable equipment operation.

Responsibilities include maintaining ash handling and metal recovery systems, performing routine inspections, and supporting maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; GED program offered.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and maintain safe work practices.
• Experience with plant maintenance and equipment inspection is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot plant equipment with emphasis on ash handling and metal recovery systems.
• Perform cleaning, grounds keeping, and assist operations and maintenance as needed.
• Participate in safety program, including lock-out/tag-out procedures and daily pre-shift meetings.
• Report issues via work orders and support planned shutdowns for repairs.
• Ensure a clean, safe work environment in ash handling and metal recovery areas.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

GED Works program

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

About The Role

As a Back Plant Operator, you will be responsible for performing a variety of operational tasks safely and efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic industrial environment to support Reworld’s thermomechanical treatment process. This is a labor-intensive entry-level position with significant potential for advancement.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for the upkeep, maintenance, and operation of the plant and its component equipment with emphasis on the ash handling and metal recovery systems.
• Responsible for execution of cleaning assignments, grounds keeping, and assisting plant operations and maintenance as requested
• Full participation in our extensive safety program is required, including diligent use of the Safety Observation System in Process Map.
• Additional duties as assigned to ensure safe and efficient facility operations, as well as inspection, operation and PM of mobile equipment.
• Perform daily walkdowns of the back ash area, inspecting conveyors, belts, rollers, separators, and related equipment for defects or abnormal conditions
• Monitor equipment performance, including speeds, alignment, ash buildup, and overall system cleanliness
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance and assist with corrective maintenance tasks throughout the day
• Participate in the daily morning kickoff meeting (20-30 minutes) with the maintenance team to review the day’s work plan
• Support scheduled system shutdowns to complete repairs safely and efficiently.
• Safely perform lock-out/tag-out procedures in support of maintenance activities
• Report equipment issues and submit repair requests using established work order processes
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment in the ash handling and metal recovery areas of the plant

Position Requirements & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Reworld offers GED Works – a fully funded program for employees to achieve their GED.
• Must have the ability to work a rotating shift schedule

Physical Demands Of The Role

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator
• Consistently work in various weather condition

Total Rewards & Compensation

• Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
• 401k - match up to 7%
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 22.79 - 30.34 USD per hour

Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affir​mative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.