Utility Operator Waycross, GA

Enviva Lp; Waycross (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Utility Operator to join their team in the renewable energy sector. This role is crucial in ensuring the continuous operation of the plant, focusing on safety and equipment management. The ideal candidate will operate various mobile equipment, perform maintenance tasks, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to sustainable energy solutions while developing skills in equipment operation and maintenance. If you are passionate about working in a hands-on role and thrive in an industrial setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in heavy equipment operation with a focus on safety.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment including skid steer and forklift.
• Perform maintenance and inspections on equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Quick learning

Safety awareness

Understanding job instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Skid steer

Forklift

Front-end loaders

Job description

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world’s largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.

Enviva is looking for a Utility Operator that is responsible for all aspects of continuous operation of the plant including safety, equipment operation, monitoring, machine set up, and cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment to include skid steer, forklift, lull, and front-end loaders
• Perform basic maintenance to keep equipment in clean, good working order.
• Responsible for other duties assigned for the job.
• Support and carry out activities with routine inspections and maintenance of the dryer, furnace, emissions, and environmental equipment.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance equipment and standard work cleaning activities of emissions equipment strainers, tooling changes, housekeeping, and wash downs.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable and experienced with heavy equipment operation
• A quick learner, ability to work with little to no supervision.
• Safely and efficiently performs all essential functions of the job
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job instructions.
• Ability to operate the machine in a timely and safe manner.

Preferred Qualifications - What Sets You Apart

• High school diploma or GED.
• Superior cognitive and systems knowledge to achieve production goals.
• Proficient in mathematics and measurement.
• Proficiency in maintaining the proper paperwork.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees
• Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
• Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.
• Ability to work 12 hour rotating shift schedule.

Physical Requirements

• Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day
• Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery
• Willing and able to pull and lift, up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

EEO Statement

Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.