Utility Operator
About this role
WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Utility Operator. Working under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor and the direction of the Control Room Operator, the Utility Operator will be responsible for the operation and inspection of various power plant systems including boilers and associated equipment
Responsibilities
• Safe and efficient operations of assigned equipment in accordance with established plant operating procedures • Monitor and inspect various boiler plant auxiliary equipment including pumps, motors, fans, dampers, air compressors, valves, mixers, conveyors, and electrical devices • Accurately read and interpret data from meters, gauges, etc to identify and report equipment malfunctions or trends which indicate abnormal operating conditions or emergency situations • Performs various sampling, ash sampling and treatment of water, as assigned • Monitoring air pollution control equipment • Maintains work areas in a clean, orderly, and safe manner • Operate mobile equipment at times Bobcat, steer loader and forklift • Operation of refuse cranes may be required, to include maintaining correct levels of refuse-fuel into the furnace, mixing refuse in the pit, and maintaining a fire watch over the pit and associated areas • May be required to work extensive overtime hours during planned and un-planned maintenance • Maintain positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, vendors, co-workers and management.
Experience and Education:
• Three or more months related experience and/or training • Mechanical skills sufficient to perform such tasks as replacement of shear pins, valve repacking, and equipment inspections • Knowledge and skills to operate power plant auxiliary equipment, such as air compressors and dryers, hydraulic power units, forced draft fans, pumps, spray dryer and absorbers, and lime slakers • Ability to work overtime and rotating shifts
Licensing:
• For the State of Massachusetts, there is a requirement for the Utility Operator to hold a Massachusetts 2nd Fireman's and Massachusetts Hoisting License, or ability to obtain these licenses within 9 months of hire.
Work Environment:
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Noise in work environment
Physical Demand: