Biomass Steam Plant Operator — 18 MW On-Site

Sprague; Westminster (MA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits from day one

401(k) with employer match

Wellness Program

Health plans: HDHP/PPO

Job summary

Sprague is hiring a Steam Plant/Boiler Equipment Operator for the Fitchburg, MA location. You will assist the shift supervisor at an 18 MW wood-fired biomass power plant in Westminster, MA, operating the steam boiler and auxiliary equipment such as pumps, compressors, turbines and generators.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, MA 2nd Class Fireman's License or willingness to obtain within 6 months, a valid driver’s license and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Massachusetts 2nd Class Fireman's License or willingness to obtain license within 6 months of start date.
• Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• Report equipment problems that jeopardize plant operations or safety to the unit supervisor.
• Ensure that plant operating logs are kept current; inform plant management of equipment in need of repair, or conditions out of normal.
• Operate auxiliary equipment; start/stop equipment; open/close valves; clean/operate demineralizers; test/treat boiler and cooling tower water as directed.
• Perform maintenance tasks as directed.
• Operate wood yard equipment and computer system as needed.
• Clean designated work areas utilizing brooms, mops, and buffers.
• Act as a team member with all employees; comply with all NE Renewable Power policies and procedures.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Massachusetts 2nd Class Fireman's License or willingness to obtain within 6 months

Job description

Sprague is hiring a Steam Plant/Boiler Equipment Operator for the Fitchburg, MA location. You will assist the shift supervisor at an 18 MW wood-fired biomass power plant in Westminster, MA, operating the steam boiler and auxiliary equipment such as pumps, compressors, turbines and generators.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, MA 2nd Class Fireman's License or willingness to obtain within 6 months, a valid driver’s license and basic computer skills.