Back Plant Operator

Covanta; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Wellness incentives

401k match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Disability benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a Back Plant Operator to safely and efficiently run the power generation facility's fuel feed process, supporting full-load boiler operation. You will operate heavy equipment, feed RDF material, and monitor safety procedures on a rotating 12-hour shift.

You will perform inspections, troubleshoot equipment, and maintain logs, while loading metals, keeping work areas clean, and adhering to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• GED Works program available for employees.
• CDL Class B license preferred.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule.
• Able to read, write and speak English.
• Experience operating front loaders or heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment front end loaders to feed RDF material.
• Direct dumping of waste trucks to tipping floor.
• Load non-ferrous metals into transport trailers.
• Work in ash house and maintain ash house equipment.
• Perform daily pre-operational inspections and log sheets.
• Troubleshoot equipment and report malfunctions.
• Maintain fuel, lubricant, and oil levels.
• Lockout and tagout equipment during maintenance.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Front Loader

English proficiency

CDL Class B preferred

Rotating shifts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.

All that we're missing is you. Apply today!

About the role

As a Back Plant Operator, you are responsible for the safe, environmentally sound and efficient daily operation of the process plant in assisting and supporting the operation to effectively maintain the power generation facility's fuel feed.

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for operating heavy equipment front end loaders to feed RDF material onto one or more fuel feed systems in a consistent manner to support full-load boiler operation Spots incoming waste trucks and directs dumping location on the tipping floor.
• Oversees and assists with loading of non-ferrous metals into transport trailers.
• Work in ash house, loading ash trucks and maintaining operation of ash house equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment and an orderly clean work area.
• Performs daily routine pre-operational inspection of heavy equipment and fuel feed conveyor equipment and fills out required log sheets.
• Performs checks as required by the weekly activities book, the monthly critical items check lists, etc.
• Performs troubleshooting on equipment, reporting all malfunctioning equipment to the shift supervisor for the issuance of work orders.
• Maintains proper fuel, lubricant, and oil levels for operation of equipment.
• Performs lockout and tagout of equipment in support of maintenance activities.
• Performs additional tasks as directed by the shift supervisor or his/her designee.

Position Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Reworld offers GED Works - a fully funded program for employees to achieve their GED.
• CDL Class B License preferred
• Must have the ability to work a rotating shift schedule
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must be able to operate a Front Loader or heavy equipment.

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 conditions

Shift:

• Rotating 12 hour shifts, days and nights.

What Reworld Offers You:

• 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. Reworldreserves 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 Affinitive 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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