Utility Operator

Reworld Waste; Maryland; On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits - start 1st day

401k - match up to 7%

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Reworld Waste in Maryland is seeking a Utility Operator to run and maintain ash handling and metal recovery equipment in the Residue Storage and Processing Building. You will perform daily operations, inspections, and support maintenance, with a rotating 12‑hour shift including nights, weekends and some holidays.

The role requires reading procedures, communicating with supervisors, and safe operation of heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• GED/HS Diploma preferred; Reworld offers GED Works – a fully funded program for employees to achieve their GED.
• Forklift driving experience is a plus.
• Three to six months of related experience and/or training preferred.
• Formal technical or apprentice training is desirable, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, technical procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, and other procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak and communicate effectively with supervisors and other employees of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Daily operation of ash handling equipment and conveyors.
• Perform daily inspections and fill out log sheets.
• Participate in boiler cleanings.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work area.
• Perform lockout/tag out of equipment for maintenance activities.
• Complete scheduled Operator Qualifications Standards.
• Drive forklifts and other mobile equipment.

Skills

Forklift driving

Read & interpret procedures

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Education

GED/HS Diploma

Technical training or apprenticeship

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

The Utility Operator is responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of the ash handling and metal recovery equipment in the Residue Storage and Processing Building area. In this role, you will perform routine operations and inspections of the residue and metal recovery equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily operation of the bottom ash transfer conveyors, ash silos, fly ash transfer screws, pugmills, ferrous magnet, ECS conveyor and associated equipment.
• Perform daily routine inspections of assigned equipment and fill out daily log sheets.
• Participate in boiler cleanings.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment related to ash removal and conditioning and an orderly clean work area.
• Perform lockout and tag out of equipment in support of maintenance activities.
• Complete scheduled assigned Operator Qualifications Standards.
• Drive mobile equipment such as forklifts.

Qualifications

• GED/HS Diploma preferred Reworld offers GED Works – a fully funded program for employees to achieve their GED.
• Forklift driving experience a plus.
• Three to six months of related experience and/or training preferred.
• Formal technical or apprentice training is desirable, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, technical procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, and other procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak and communicate effectively with supervisors and other employees of the organization.

Shift Work

• This position works on a rotating 12-hour shift including nights, weekends and some holidays. Overtime will be required.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Frequently exposed to high temperatures and outside weather conditions.
• Working near moving machinery as well as noisy and dusty environments; must be able to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) including a negative pressure respirator in accordance with OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.134.
• Climbing ladders and structures; must be able to tolerate heights.
• Frequently required to stand, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach.

What Reworld Offers You

• Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment.
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
• 401k - match up to 7%
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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: 24.86 - 33.13 USD per hour

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Aff…

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