Power Plant Supervisor

Veolia; Arkadelphia (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Veolia in North America seeks a Plant Operations Supervisor to oversee kiln, boiler, and turbine generator activities, ensuring safe and compliant production. You will coordinate shifts, monitor control systems, and lead improvements in safety and efficiency.

The role requires extensive knowledge of DOT, EPA, RCRA, and OSHA, plus supervisory experience. Candidates may work flexible schedules to support 24/7 plant operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College level courses or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 7-10 years experience in the power industry preferred.
• 5-10 years incineration experience preferred.
• Two years supervisory experience preferred.
• EH&S functions: First Aid, CPR, Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Preparedness, Incident Reporting/Investigation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate operations to meet production goals safely.
• Conduct shift toolbox meetings discussing safety and planned activity.
• Maintain daily shift logs of production, power and mechanical downtime.
• Coordinate daily activities of operating and production personnel.
• Monitor control panels and adjust DCS as needed.
• Leading special projects to improve safety, operations, and employee development.
• Train employees to safely operate site equipment.
• Respond to incidents and injuries promptly and report malfunctions.
• Ensure compliance with permits, SOPs, and CMStasks.
• Coordinate and schedule repairs and pumping operations.
• Lead safety and compliance initiatives and update SOPs and site plans.

Skills

DOT knowledge

EPA knowledge

RCRA knowledge

OSHA knowledge

Leadership

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

College level courses

7–10 years power industry experience (preferred)

Tools

DCS monitoring

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Supervise and coordinate operations such as kiln, boiler, Turbine generator conditions, receiving, materials processing, and unit operations to assist in meeting the plant's production goals in a safely manner. Performs emergency coordinator functions as well as daily compliance checks. Ensures security of the facility. Monitors fire protection system and conducts daily inspections. Conduct shift field walks to verify conditions and operators assignments to monitor the field plant operation and to prevent downtime from equipment changes.

Primary Duties/responsibilities:

• Conducts start of shift toolbox meeting discussing safety concerns, planned activity, and future events.
• Coordinates daily activities of operating and production personnel. Supports goals/objectives ofOperations Department.
• Maintains accurate log of shift activity including production, power, mechanical breakdowns, repair work, and operating mode.
• Point of contact for communication with employees inside and outside of plant.
• Work flexible schedule that may includes nights, weekends and holidays.
• Monitor control panels make adjustments on DCS.
• Monitor and control boiler, steam turbine generator operation, and air pollution control equipment.
• Monitor flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures and related controls through instrumentpanels, computer terminals and programmable logic control units.
• Monitor and document operating conditions/observations and data in daily shift log.
• Troubleshoot operational and mechanical problems including combustion, power generation, andair pollution control. Take corrective action as necessary.
• Verify and report suspected malfunctions and variances as directed and take corrective actions.
• Issue work requests and support repair scheduling.
• Creates and distributes staffing schedule.
• Managees/coordinates response to all shift emergencies as necessary. Implements contingencyplan as instructed & makes necessary notifications.
• Comply with appearance and dress policies to ensure a safe and professional work environment.
• Work effectively in a team environment and provide support and assistance to others.
• Assist with collecting data and completing reports/ projects to support business operations
• Lead special projects to improve safety, operations, and employee development
• Train other employees to safely and properly use equipment at site.
• Take initiative to offer solutions and assist in problem solving at site.
• Promptly responds to all incidents and injuries.
• Promptly reports all equipment malfunctions.
• Coordinates the clean up of any shift spills.
• Conducts incident investigations and documents a summary of the incident including date and time of the incident, date and time the investigation began, date and time the incident was reported, the employee and equipment involved, direct causes, contributing factors, and any corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Performs RCRA inspections as required. Resolves all identified issues immediately, if possible orinitiates a Remedial Work Order (RWO).
• Directs personnel to ensure good housekeeping throughout facility.
• Ensures security of plant site; i.e. gates and buildings locked.
• Completes daily compliance/housekeeping checklist.
• Moves roll-offs, trailers, etc. when requested.
• Ensures that the facility operates in full compliance with its permits.
• Ensures that the personnel follow all applicable procedures and work rules.
• Assists in resolving all problems with the site's fire protection system and perform requiredinspections.
• Reviews and updates assigned Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), Site Plans, and CMStasks.
• Coordinates and schedules the pumping of liquids into vac tankers and schedules into externalfacilities.
• Assists in all area as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background:

• High school diploma or GED required
• College level courses or equivalent work experience preferred
• 7 - 10 years experience in the power industry preferred
• 5 - 10 years incineration experience preferred
• Two years supervisory experience preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge in the following areas: DOT, EPA, RCRA, and OSHA
• Knowledge of the following EH&S functions: First Aid, CPR, Fire Extinguishers, Emergency
  Preparedness, Incident Reporting/Incident Investigation, work/safety rules, RCRA Inspector
• Strong team player
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
• Strong customer service orientation
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Ability to create & prepare reports as necessary
• Ability to work off-shifts and weekends as requested
• Must demonstrate effective skills in troubleshooting, problem solving and team building.
• PC skills and knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software for
  preparing work related reports, charts, graphs and data submittal requirements. Ability to
  use computer systems for preparing work orders and purchase requisitions.
• Must be able to respond to emergency calls as needed and work extended hours to
  accommodate site needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the
  Company's Code of Business Conduct and other Company policies and procedures.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training:

• HAZWOPER Certification - Training provided
• MACT Certification -Training provided
• Arkansas State Boiler License - Training provided

Additional Information

Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.