Wood Yard Operator - Tamworth, NH

Sprague; Tamworth (NH); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k) plan with employer match

Defined contribution plan

Choice of health plans

Wellness program

Zusammenfassung

Sprague is hiring a Wood Yard Operator for the Tamworth, NH location to move, store, blend and feed biomass fuel to a steam generating power plant. The role requires operating loaders, tractors and forklifts safely, with strict adherence to safety protocols and excellent communication with the control room team.

Two years of equipment operation experience, a valid driver’s license and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks are required.

Qualifikationen

• Two years of operating loaders, tractors, forklift and other light or heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of safe operation of loader, tractors, forklifts.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Good oral and written communications.
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the assigned position.

Aufgaben

• Operate and load in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure adequate flow of blended fuel to boiler.
• Maintain cleanliness of rolling stock and fuel forwarding systems.
• Report unsafe or abnormal conditions immediately to Supervisor or Plant Manager.
• Position reports to the Control Room Operator.

Kenntnisse

Loader operation

Forklift operation

Tractor operation

Driver's license

Oral and written communication

Jobbeschreibung

NE Renewable Power is made up of 5 Biomass electric generating power stations located in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. These stations play a crucial role in supplying locally sourced renewable energy to the people of New England. Sprague brings over 150 years of energy operating experience to the operations of these facilities, and we’re hiring aWood Yard Operatorfor the Tamworth, NH location.

Who we are:

Sprague takes a collaborative, customer-centric approach to providing best-in-class energy products and related services throughout the Northeast. Founded in 1870, we pride ourselves on offering customers the expert solutions and high-quality service that help their businesses thrive in any market landscape. Sprague values innovation, safety, integrity and people. We know that our people are what set us apart from our competition, and we work hard to make sure each employee across our 20+ locations knows how important they are to our community.

We offer great benefits! Medical benefits and retirement contributions start on your first day!

• 401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with employer match of 100% of the first 6% of the employee’s contribution
• Defined Contribution Plan with an automatic 2.6% contribution from Sprague
• Choice of Health Plans to fit your individual needs
• Wellness Program

Job Summary:

Our Wood Yard Operator will be responsible for moving, storage, blend and feed biomass of fuel in a steam generating electrical Power Plant.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate and load in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure adequate flow of blended fuel to boiler.
• Maintain cleanliness of rolling stock and fuel forwarding systems.
• Report unsafe or abnormal conditions immediately to Supervisor or Plant Manager.
• Position reports to the Control Room Operator

Education and Experience:

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

• Two years of operating loaders, tractors, forklift and other light or heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of safe operation of loader, tractors, forklifts.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Good oral and written communications
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the assigned position.

Physical Abilities

that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in high noise and/or hot cold temperature extremes.
• Ability to work in proximity to high voltage and/or rapidly rotating equipment and in cramped and/or confined conditions requiring overall flexibility, manual dexterity and hand eye coordination, with occasional heavy lifting.
• Ability to work occasionally with toxic chemicals including but not limited to solvents, acids and caustics.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, working on feet for 12-hour periods, work overtime and work weekends and holidays. On call status (day and night) may be required.
• Ability to wear a respirator, hardhat, hearing and eye protection.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Work outside in hot or cold, wet or dry weather.
• Work alone and in an unsupervised environment.
• All employees are required to pass pre-employment screenings including a physical examination, pulmonary function test, OSHA respirator questionnaire, audiometric test, drug screen, motor vehicle verification, and background check.
• Post-employment screeningsinclude an annual audiogram and respirator (tight seal) fit testing.

Working Environment:

Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• The employee is frequently exposed to airborne particles and heat.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; and outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is very loud. Personal protection equipment is required.
• There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Sprague is an EEO/AA employer. We strongly encourage minorities, females, Vets and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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