Shift Supervisor-Power Plant

Reworld Projects, LLC; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401k plan with 7% match

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead the safe, efficient operation of our Fairfax, VA facility on a rotating 12‑hour shift. You will monitor boilers, turbine and steam plant, oversee field crews, and ensure compliance with all safety regulations and environmental permits.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in power or resource recovery plant ops, an HS diploma or GED, and hands-on boiler and electrical generation experience; an ASME QRO provisional license is required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; 5+ years in power or resource recovery plant operations.
• Engineering degree desirable; hands-on boiler and electrical generation experience required.
• Must obtain & maintain ASME QRO Provisional & Site-Specific Operators license.
• Strong troubleshooting, leadership, and safety/compliance skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe and efficient plant operation during shift.
• Direct and coordinate activities of personnel; emergencies as needed.
• Approve removal of equipment from service and issue safety permits.
• Train and manage a motivated, cross-trained workforce.

Skills

Leadership skills

Safety

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

ASME QRO Provisional & Site-Specific license

Engineering degree desirable

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.

About the role

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Shift Supervisor is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the facility during an assigned shift, to include the monitoring of boilers, turbine and steam plant. The Shift Supervisor will routinely tour the plant and oversee the work of various personnel, while operating within all safety regulations, environmental limits and permits. In the event of emergencies or unusual operations, the Shift Supervisor will, if necessary, direct or personally perform the required operations as well as coordinate the activities of all personnel involved.

Key Responsibilities

Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities. Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment for all personnel at the facility. Will ensure that all personnel follow all applicable policies and procedures and work in a safe and efficient manner. Maintain the plant within all environmental limits and permits. Emergency response to injuries or accidents. Direct the completion of shift, daily, weekly and monthly checks. Responsible for approving all requests for removing equipment from service for maintenance and other purposes, ensuring equipment is properly cleared and tagged, and issuing safety permits, in accordance with plant procedures. Troubleshoot plant operational issues and coordinate maintenance activities. Train and manage a workforce that is motivated, flexible in skills, cross trained, and technically capable to ensure an effective and motived team.

Qualifications

HS Diploma or GED required. Qualified candidates must have 5 years or more of experience in power or resource recovery plant operations. While an Engineering Degree is desirable, hands‑on experience with high‑pressure boilers and electrical generation, as well as formal technical training is required. Must obtain & maintain an ASME QRO Provisional & Site‑Specific Operators license. Detailed knowledge of the operation of steam generating power stations and instrument and control systems. Ability to originate and monitor plant procedures and technical instructions. Well‑developed skills in troubleshooting equipment and systems, training personnel and interpreting logic diagrams. Good communication skills, strong leadership skills, and problem solving/decision making skills are a must.

Physical Demands

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 Work

Shift Supervisors work a rotating 12‑hour shift schedule that alternates between days and nights. These schedules include weekends, holidays, outage support and vacation coverage.

What We Offer 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
• GED Program #LI-AG1

In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays. Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits. For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future. The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $109,500.00 - $145,700.00 USD per annum

Reworld™ provides an industry‑leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.

Regular full‑time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long‑term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry‑leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an 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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Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms

Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.

Reworld™, formerly known as Covanta, is a leader in sustainable waste solutions and is dedicated to transforming waste into valuable resources through innovative technologies. With a comprehensive portfolio of solutions designed to address the most complex challenges of waste management, Reworld™ is committed to achieving carbon-negative outcomes and supporting partners on their sustainability journey. Others see waste. We see potential. Led by the promise of what’s possible, we partner with businesses and communities to reimagine what waste can do. Together, we transform refuse into a resource, steadfast in our determination to go beyond net zero, for the good of our people, our communities, and the planet we all depend on.

Rooted in communities, with support across North America Our expansive geographical footprint gives us the large‑scale resources to effectively support both our customers and the communities in which we live and work. Working together to find the beginning at every endpoint Ours is a diverse group, with a wide range of skills and expertise. We are passionate about our mission to do more and to do better through innovative value creation. No matter where we come from, we’re here to put our efforts toward building a smarter, more sustainable world. Dedicated to redefining what’s possible with waste When you work with us, you’ll find a hard‑working team of collaborators united by our passion for protecting people, the planet, and the promise of a more sustainable future.

For more information: Visit https://www.reworldwaste.com/