Industrial Plant Operator: Boilers & Heavy Equipment

Covanta; Town of De Witt (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401(k) match

Job summary

Reworld is seeking an Auxiliary Operator to work with the facility control room, operating and inspecting power plant systems safely and efficiently. You will support the industrial disposal process and ensure operational effectiveness while following safety procedures.

Candidate should have 2–3 years of experience operating heavy industrial equipment, with the ability to work rotating shifts and read data from various meters and gauges. Join our team in a demanding, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years' experience operating heavy industrial equipment.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule.
• Previous experience operating power plant auxiliary systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and inspect power plant systems in accordance with safety procedures (boilers, air pollution control, ash systems, and related equipment).
• Monitor boiler plant auxiliary equipment: pumps, motors, fans, dampers, air compressors, valves, conveyors, turbines and electrical devices.
• Read data from meters, gauges and instruments to identify trends or potential disruptions.
• Monitor air pollution control equipment to ensure compliance and safe operation.
• Perform sampling, chemistry testing, and water treatment as required.
• Safely operate heavy industrial mobile equipment: cranes, skid steers, loaders, forklifts.
• Maintain correct refuse-fuel levels and appropriate mix in designated pits and areas.
• Perform additional duties to ensure safe and efficient facility operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Reworld is seeking an Auxiliary Operator to work with the facility control room, operating and inspecting power plant systems safely and efficiently. You will support the industrial disposal process and ensure operational effectiveness while following safety procedures.

Candidate should have 2–3 years of experience operating heavy industrial equipment, with the ability to work rotating shifts and read data from various meters and gauges. Join our team in a demanding, safety-focused environment.