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Relief Operator at WIN Waste Innovations

Relief Operator

WIN Waste Innovations · NY, US

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Relief Operator

WIN Waste Innovations · NY, US

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About the Role

WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Relief Operator to monitor and control boilers, turbine, and auxiliary plant equipment from all areas of the facility to maintain safe, efficient and continuous plant operation.

Responsibilities

  • Maintains safe and efficient boiler operation including maintaining productive boiler combustion, maximizing generation, managing in-plant power consumption, and operating the facility within all applicable permits.
  • Monitors plant operational and emissions data, detecting and responding to changing conditions to maximize plant safety and efficiency.
  • Coordinates and directs all subordinates as required.
  • Oversees the operation of plant equipment for local monitoring for safe operation and works with maintenance to troubleshoot problems and ascertain probable cause.
  • Reads meters and gauges or automatic recording devices at specified intervals to verify operating conditions, recording data such as temperature of equipment, hours of operation, fuel consumed, temperature or pressure, water levels, analysis of flue gases, voltage load and generator balance.
  • Adjusts manual controls or overrides automatic controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges, switches to backup equipment or systems, or shuts down equipment.
  • Visually inspects equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
  • Maintains equipment by tightening fittings, repacking bearings, replacing packing glands, gaskets, valves, recorders, and gauges, and cleaning or replacing burners or other components.
  • Oils and lubricates equipment as required.
  • Records operation and maintenance actions taken during shift in operator's logbook.
  • Follows standard safety procedures, corrects safety and environmental hazards, and reports them to the Shift Supervisor immediately.
  • Reads, understands, and applies information such as lockout/tagout procedures, safety rules, job hazard analyses, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Works rotating shifts as required.
  • Communicates clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing, whether using the in-situ intercom system, two-way radio, or face to face.
  • Anticipates typical problems, identifies potential or recurring problems, and takes appropriate action.
  • Troubleshoots equipment and assists in diagnosing problem areas.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains a positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with customers, clients, vendors, co-workers, and management.

Requirements

  • A 2nd Class Engineers license is required for all Massachusetts facilities.
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
  • Two years working in a power plant environment; or 5 years related experience or training in a power plant environment.
  • Mechanical skills sufficient to perform tasks such as replacement of shear pins, valve repacking, and equipment inspections.
  • Skills, experience, and knowledge sufficient to acquire ASME QRO Provisional license.
  • Math skills sufficient to complete required job functions.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the operation and control of a steam generating power plant.
  • Ability to stand, sit for prolonged periods of time, walk, handle tools, equipment, and possess fine motor skills.
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms, climb and walk on heights often greater than 4 feet.
  • Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, push, pull, and crawl.
  • Ability to ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egress situations.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating, and uneven surfaces.
  • Requires close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, corrected or otherwise.
  • Ability to operate a 1.5-inch fire hose operating at 125 psi line pressure to the extent required to extinguish fire.
  • Ability to operate fire extinguishing equipment ranging from handheld extinguishers to 200 lb portable units.
  • Ability to access confined spaces and pressure vessels through standard 12" by 16" manways.
  • Ability to don and use personal protective equipment including negative pressure respirator, positive pressure respirator, self-contained breathing apparatus (steel or composite bottle), hardhat, approved safety shoes, eye protection, rubber suit and gloves, chemical resistant suit, heat resistant outerwear, flame resistant outerwear, approved hearing protection, gloves, and safety harness.

Skills

  • Boiler operation
  • Turbine operation
  • Auxiliary plant equipment monitoring and control
  • Plant safety procedures
  • Emissions data monitoring
  • Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions
  • Reading and interpreting meters and gauges
  • Data recording
  • Equipment maintenance and repair
  • Lubrication
  • Logbook maintenance
  • Standard safety procedures
  • Lockout/tagout procedures
  • Job hazard analyses
  • Operating and maintenance instructions
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Intercom system operation
  • Two-way radio operation
  • Problem anticipation and identification
  • Mechanical skills
  • Math skills
  • Operation and control of steam generating power plants

Location

  • Massachusetts

Work Type

  • Rotating shifts

Experience Level

  • Two years working in power plant environment
  • 5 years related experience or training in power plant environment

Education Level

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent
  • 2nd Class Engineers license

Benefits

  • Industry leading benefits
  • Multiple and flexible medical plans
  • Outstanding PTO program
  • Floating Holidays
  • Strong 401k program and company match
  • Tuition reimbursement plan
  • College loan reimbursement
  • College scholarship program for dependents
  • Parental Leave Program
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Company match on 401K
  • Paid Vacation
  • Holidays
  • Personal Days

About the Company

  • WIN Waste Innovations is a waste management company committed to delivering essential waste management solutions to customers and communities supported by our team of 2,300 employees.
  • We believe in preserving our environment for future generations while providing for today's needs.
  • WIN Waste Innovations is a vertically integrated business with a platform of 50 strategically located collection, transfer, and disposal assets.
  • These include waste-to-energy facilities, transfer stations, ash monofills, landfills, and fleets of rail cars and collection vehicles.
  • We process more than 11 million tons of waste annually, converting 6.7 million tons of waste into clean, renewable energy that powers 340,000 homes.
  • We recycle more than 234,000 tons of plastic, paper, and metals from the waste stream.
  • At WIN Waste Innovations, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
  • As well as Company match on 401K, and more!
  • Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days.
  • Please note that benefits may vary by site.

Equal Opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.