Assistant Control Room Operator

Reworld Waste•Tulsa, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Control Room Operator (ACRO) will work under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor and the direction of the Control Room Operator. This role is responsible for the operation and inspection of various systems and equipment as assigned, typically including the turbine generator and associated systems; boilers and associated systems such as fans, grates, ash and air pollution control systems, the demineralizer, and the testing of water chemistry. The ACRO's duties involve the safe and efficient operation of assigned equipment in accordance with established plant operating procedures. They are also responsible for recording data, reporting equipment malfunctions or trends indicating possible trouble, and performing actions as directed to correct abnormal operating conditions or emergency situations.

Requirements

3 years’ experience in a refuse to energy facility with a thorough understanding of water treatment systems
Must be mechanically inclined and able to inspect equipment to ensure optimal operations of machinery
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
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
Ability to take appropriate safe action on his/her own initiative to prevent equipment damage or injury to personnel during emergencies or unusual situations; ability to follow Covanta safety rules
Ability to log onto a computer and complete online assigned training

Nice To Haves

Formal technical or apprentice training is desirable, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Operate and inspect various systems and equipment as assigned
Operate assigned equipment (turbine generator, boilers, fans, grates, ash and air pollution control systems, demineralizer) safely and efficiently in accordance with established plant operating procedures
Test water chemistry
Record data
Report equipment malfunctions or trends which indicate possible trouble
Perform actions as directed to correct abnormal operating conditions or emergency situations