Facility Operator Program: Auxiliary Operator

Reworld Projects, LLC; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Reworld Projects, LLC is seeking participants for the Entry-level Facility Operator Program. This comprehensive program prepares individuals for a career as an Auxiliary Operator at a Waste to Energy Facility, combining classroom instruction with hands-on training in equipment operation and safety standards. A High School Diploma or GED is required, and individuals will gain valuable skills in a supportive work environment dedicated to sustainability.

Benefits

Strong safety culture

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) culture

Paid Time Off and holidays

Employee Assistance Programs

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

Health, vision, dental, and insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to operate power tools and specialized equipment.
• Experience with high-pressure boilers or electric generating equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support plant operations, maintenance, and safety standards.
• Participate in asset operation and maintenance programs.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Technical skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Facility Operator Program - Auxiliary Operator

Apply locations: USA, VA, Alexandria | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted 9 Days Ago | Job requisition id: JR10461

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing innovative solutions that help customers 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 reduce, reuse, recycle, and recover value from waste streams, meeting or exceeding sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator is 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

Are you ready to create your career path? Bring your desire to learn and an operational mindset to the Entry level Facility Operator Program (FOP). The program includes 12 to 16 weeks of classroom, online, and on-the-job training with Reworld, a leading sustainable materials management company.

Upon completing the program, participants are prepared for an Auxiliary Operator position at the Waste to Energy Facility in Alexandria, VA, with potential opportunities to relocate within the South region depending on role openings.

Program overview

The FOP combines classroom instruction, computer-based training, and hands-on experience supervised by a field trainer and/or shift supervisor. You will learn about Waste to Energy processes, system layouts, components, and theoretical knowledge. After initial training, you will perform on-the-job training in operation and inspection of power plant systems, including boilers and related equipment, operating 24/7 to ensure plant safety and efficiency.

Post-graduation journey

• First 3-4 months: Support plant operations, maintenance, testing, inspections, and safety standards through routine rounds and logs.
• Next 6 months: Participate in asset operation and maintenance programs, including controlled shutdowns and startups, applying technical training and problem-solving skills.
• End of first year: Contribute to operational improvements using continuous improvement, lean principles, and problem-solving tools. Opportunities to advance to roles like assistant control room operator may be available.

Impact at Reworld

• Build a safer, sustainable world: Learn and implement technology to recover, recycle, and reimagine waste, supporting safety and environmental standards.
• Share your perspectives: Drive innovation through diverse viewpoints and help identify and address operational issues.
• Partner with passion: Collaborate with empathy, communicate effectively, and support safety by reporting equipment issues and following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Operate power tools and specialized equipment.
• Work at heights with proper fall protection training.
• Work with full-face respirators in extreme temperatures.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Communicate clearly and establish effective relationships.
• Work rotating shifts.

Physical requirements

• Walk, stand, sit, climb.
• Lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Qualify for full-face respirator use.
• Work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications, education, and skills

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with high-pressure boilers or electric generating equipment is a plus.

Benefits

• Strong safety culture and focus on life-critical safety.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) culture.
• Paid Time Off and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career development opportunities.
• Health, vision, dental, and insurance benefits.

Our commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to non-discrimination and affirmative action. We support reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, visit Reworldwaste.com and contact us via the ‘Contact Us’ section.

Note to staffing agencies

Reworld collaborates with staffing agencies through signed agreements and work orders. Unsolicited submissions from agencies without agreements will be considered invalid.