Specialty Feed Operator I

Veolia; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a hands-on Operator for our Port Arthur facility to process specialty waste streams and operate heavy equipment. You will document and track feed through the incineration process, perform daily inspections, and coordinate with supervision on feed changes.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, training in hazardous waste operations (HAZWOPER) and the ability to pass a respirator fit test.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• No unsatisfactory work performance and must be qualified in current position (6) months or more.
• Experience or training related to hazardous waste operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate rolling stock equipment (forklifts, man lifts, tankers).
• Document transfers and logs accurately and communicate with affected departments.
• Maintain hot sums and complete daily rounds/inspections of equipment.
• Assist with ash/deslagging and waste feeding tasks.
• Address spills or emergencies per site procedures.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Math aptitude

Respirator fit test

Orientation/training compliant

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Channel Locks

Pipe wrench

Air chisels

Bung wrenches

Screwdrivers

Pneumatic cutters

Job description

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Process specialty feed streams that are unable to be processed in any other part of the facility in the natural state in which they were received. Feed drums, totes, and cylinders to the incinerator through direct inject nozzles to the kiln and secondary combustion chamber (SCC). Document and further code items that have been fed through the specialty feed boxes for final destruction and tracking.

Primary Duties/responsibilities:

• Fills in Material Handler position as needed.
• Operates multiple forms of rolling stock equipment such as: Forklifts, man lifts, 80BBL tanker, 130BBL tanker, etc..
• Ensure all paperwork and transfer logs are done properly and communicated to affected departments.
• Maintain “Hot Sumps” in your areas
• Complete daily documented rounds and inspections on all pieces of equipment for the specialty feed boxes such as:
  • Box seals, windows, gloves, roller conveyors, pumps, vent fans, valves, feed nozzles, forklifts, fires systems, monitoring sensors, and feed wands
• Pull drums, totes, and cylinders from storage and stage for feeding and then return them to the approved locations when done
• Document all stages of the waste feeding process via electronic log, handheld scanners, and manual labeling
• Load roller conveyors and boxes with forklift and feed material through designated wands, manifolds, or specialized fittings
• Coordinate with Supervision and Incinerator Operators for changes in feed streams and time sensitive materials
• Maintain high level of housekeeping and ownership of the specialty feed box areas
• Report any spills or emergency situations to supervision and site Emergency Coordinators immediately and assist with remediation efforts and situational response
• Use hand tools to assist with daily tasks and container opening. These tools may include:
• Channel Locks, pipe wrench, air chisels, bung wrenches, screw drivers, and pneumatic cutters
• Assist Incineration unit with the ash and deslagging process on a weekly basis which includes loading and or shooting of SCC slag and discharging Powershots into the kiln disengaging chamber
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• No unsatisfactory work performance issues and must be qualified in current position (6) months or more
• Currently holding or previously held a position which by definition of task and/or area required person to be trained to level of hazardous waste operator
• Minimum 0-1 years process operations experience preferred
• Minimum six months heavy equipment operations preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• No unsatisfactory work performance issues and must be qualified in current position (6) months or more
• Currently holding or previously held a position which by definition of task and/or area required person to be trained to level of hazardous waste operator
• Minimum 0-1 years process operations experience preferred
• Minimum six months heavy equipment operations preferred
• Must be able to pass a respirator fit test
• Must be able to perform the job requirements and pass a verbal and/or written skill/proficiency test for the position within a reasonable orientation/training period set by Supervisor.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good math aptitude.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training:

• 40-Hour HAZWOPER training

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.