Biomass Power Plant Fuel Operator

Atlantic Power & Utilities; Fairfax (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Power & Utilities is seeking a Fuel Handler to operate fuel and ash handling equipment, unload and store fuel, perform routine maintenance, and maintain logs in a safety-first power plant environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2-4 years of heavy equipment experience, and a valid driver’s license. Travel to other plant locations may be required; rotating shifts apply. You will follow plant procedures and safety protocols to support reliable operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2-4 years’ experience operating heavy equipment is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Travel to other plant locations and to corporate may be required.
• Preference for knowledge of equipment isolation and LOTO procedures.
• Preference for knowledge of plant safety equipment location and use.

Responsibilities

• Operates fuel and/or ash handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Unloads, mixes, stages, and stores fuel per procedures.
• Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on mobile/fuel train equipment.
• Maintains accurate logs for mobile equipment.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area and reports unsafe conditions.
• Responds to alarms and operates firefighting equipment as needed.
• Participates in plant safety and operations meetings and procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Communication

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Atlantic Power & Utilities is seeking a Fuel Handler to operate fuel and ash handling equipment, unload and store fuel, perform routine maintenance, and maintain logs in a safety-first power plant environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2-4 years of heavy equipment experience, and a valid driver’s license. Travel to other plant locations may be required; rotating shifts apply. You will follow plant procedures and safety protocols to support reliable operations.