Utility Operator

Covanta; Spring Hill (FL); On-site; USD 59,236,800 - 78,523,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits start day 1

Wellness program incentives & rewards

401k - match up to 7%

Paid time off (vacation & holiday)

Short-term & long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Covanta is seeking a Utility Operator to manage the operation and maintenance of ash handling and metal recovery equipment in the Residue Storage and Processing Building area. Responsibilities include daily operation, inspections, and participation in boiler cleanings.

Upon hire, you will be required to perform lockout/tag out procedures, drive forklifts, and complete Operator Qualifications Standards. The role involves a rotating 12-hour shift schedule with overtime and exposure to hot and

Qualifications

• GED/HS Diploma preferred.
• Three to six months of related experience and/or training preferred.
• Formal technical or apprentice training 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 and metal recovery equipment.
• Perform daily routine inspections and fill out logs.
• Participate in boiler cleanings.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work area.
• Perform lockout/tag out of equipment.
• Complete scheduled Operator Qualifications Standards.
• Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts.

Skills

Forklift driving

Reading technical documents

Effective communication

Education

GED/HS Diploma

Job description

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

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: 20.72 - 27.60 USD per hour

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (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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