Plant Operator Trainee

Bering Straits Native Corporation; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Bering Global Solutions seeks a Plant Operator Trainee for the BOS contract in Chesapeake, VA. The role involves assisting operators, performing maintenance, tank cleaning, sampling, and laboratory tasks as directed. Training will lead to operator status over two years.

Candidates must pass background check, have a valid driver’s license, pass drug screening, and be willing to work rotating shifts and overtime. DoD clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Must pass a background check.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and transportation.
• Must pass drug screening.
• 3–5 years of experience in maintenance and repairs.
• Willing to work a rotating schedule requiring shift work.
• Willing to work scheduled holidays and possible overtime.
• High school education or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist operators and maintenance staff with duties and equipment handling.
• Perform scheduled janitorial duties, tank cleaning, and general plant upkeep.
• Support with laboratory duties, sample collection, and deliveries.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards; communicate issues to supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Troubleshooting

Time management

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Bering Global Solutions, a company within the BSNC family, is currently seeking a qualified Plant Operator Trainee for the BOS contract in Chesapeake, VA.

Applicants will be contacted via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• assists one or more workers in the skilled plant operator or maintenance trades by performing specific or general duties such as: scheduled janitorial duties, scheduled tank cleaning using a fire hose or pressure washer, painting, performing planned maintenance and cleaning of plant equipment, performing plant rounds, pulling samples, assisting with laboratory duties, performing laboratory deliveries, operation of a sludge press, general grounds work when required, picking up deliveries, keeping operators supplied with materials and tools, cleaning work areas, machines, and equipment being serviced; assisting operators by holding materials or tools; and performing other unskilled tasks as directed by operators. The kind of work the helper is permitted to perform varies from trade to trade. In some trades the helper is confined to supplying, lifting, and holding materials and tools, and cleaning working areas and in others, the worker is permitted to perform specialized machine operations, or parts of a trade that are also performed by workers on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to qualify, apply and take required licensing tests advancing to operator status following the required timeline set by Bering Global Solutions, all required licensing can be achieved in 2 years. Must be willing to work the assigned shifts and study approved material during down time with the operator’s approval. Advancement to operator status is a requirement and failure to do so in a timely manner can result in termination.

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must have a valid driver’s license and transportation
• You should possess basic tools needed to perform maintenance
• High school education or equivalent
• Must be able to pass drug screening
• 3-5 years of experience in maintenance and repairs.
• Must be willing to work a rotating schedule requiring shift work.
• Must be willing to work scheduled holidays and possible overtime if required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to interface with all levels of management
• Excellent time management, scheduling, and organizational skills
• Ability to work well independently or in a team setting
• Have good knowledge of troubleshooting techniques to determine exact problems and tackle them accordingly
• Excellent ability to communicate system problems to both co-workers and management for proper understanding
• Exhibit good mechanical skills to handle equipment to avoid causing injuries to self and others on ground

Preferred

Facility maintenance experience with the DoD preferred.

NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time. Lifting and carrying weights up to 50 lbs.

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The job is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to many different types of weather.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employed drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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