Crane Operator

Covanta; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Waste Handling Crane Operator and play a crucial role in sustainable waste management. In this position, you'll safely operate overhead cranes to handle municipal solid waste, ensuring efficient fuel feeding to boilers. Your responsibilities will include performing routine inspections, troubleshooting equipment, and maintaining a clean work area. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a carbon-negative future while enjoying comprehensive health benefits, a 401k match, and paid time off. If you're ready to make a difference, apply today!

Benefits

Health Care Benefits

401k - match up to 7%

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Preferred experience operating overhead cranes.
• Must be able to pass respiratory fit tests.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead cranes to manage municipal solid waste.
• Perform daily inspections and troubleshoot crane operations.

Skills

Overhead Crane Operation

Troubleshooting

Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

GED (preferred)

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 Waste Handling Crane Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and environmentally sound and efficient daily operation of the facility and overhead cranes on the refuse pit. In this process you will lift, move, mix municipal solid waste (MSW) using hoisting attachments such as a grapple or auxiliary hoist mechanism such as hook or sling; with the intent of feeding fuel, MSW, to one of three boilers, mixing the fuel in the refuse pit to achieve a more homogeneous fuel for boiler operations, and moving various loads to and from the charging deck.

Position Responsibilities:

* Performs daily routine inspections/PM's of overhead crane(s) and fills out necessary log sheets according to procedures.

* Performs troubleshooting on overhead cranes and reports all malfunctioning equipment/components through the issuance of work orders.

* Performs checks as required by the daily/weekly activities book, the monthly critical items check list, etc.

* Manipulates or depresses crane controls such as pedals, levers, or buttons to regulate speed and direction of the crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal or signal instructions.

* Performs lockout and tag-out of equipment in support of maintenance activities.

* Maintains cleanliness of equipment and an orderly work area around crane and hoist.

* Notifies Shift Supervisor of defective operating or material conditions.

Position Requirements & Qualifications:

* High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.

* Reworld offers GED Works - a fully funded program for employees to achieve their GED.

* Must be able to pass respiratory fit tested daily.

* Must be able to read, write and speak English.

* Preferred experience operating overhead cranes

* Must be able to work rotating shifts.

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:

* Day shift with nights or holidays as business needs require.

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

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative 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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Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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