Assistant Plant Operator

WIN Waste Innovations•Saugus, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a confident, enthusiastic, and responsible Assistant Plant Operator. The role operates boilers and auxiliary plant equipment throughout the facility, making adjustments to support safe, efficient, continuous operations and compliance with environmental regulations. The Assistant Plant Operator supports the Plant Operator with daily plant operation and maintenance, monitors equipment and instruments, performs inspections, maintains operating records, and assists with water treatment and air pollution control (APC) system operation. The position may require overtime for planned or unplanned maintenance and coverage for vacancies or callouts. The work takes place throughout the plant, including areas with noise, catwalks, deck grating, uneven surfaces, heights, confined spaces, and pressure vessels. The role involves physical activity and may require personal protective equipment, including respirators, protective clothing, hearing protection, and safety equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (accredited).
Two years of experience working in power plant operations or three years of related experience.
Mechanical skills sufficient to perform varied tasks such as replacing shear pins, repacking valves, and inspecting equipment.
Knowledge and understanding of steam-generating power plant operations.
Hold licenses required by applicable local, state, federal, environmental, and health and safety regulatory agencies.
For Massachusetts positions, hold a Massachusetts 3rd Engineer's License and Massachusetts Hoisting License 1D / 2C, or be able to obtain these licenses within nine months of hire.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, working at heights, accessing confined spaces and pressure vessels, and operating fire response equipment.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment, which may include respirators, self-contained breathing apparatus, protective suits, safety shoes, eye and hearing protection, gloves, and safety harnesses.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or associate degree, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assist the Plant Operator with daily plant operation and maintenance in the field.
Investigate changes in instrument readings and equipment operation, and report operational inconsistencies or concerns to the Plant Operator and/or Shift Supervisor.
Perform turbine/generator APC and other critical inspections regularly and according to established procedures.
Recognize and mitigate operating difficulties; adapt to plant conditions to maximize safety and efficiency and minimize downtime.
Maintain logs and other written documentation on schedule, recording accurate and legible information about plant status, problems, and work to be performed.
Operate the demineralization system and make required adjustments safely and accurately.
Perform water testing and treatment, maintain water chemistry parameters and follow laboratory procedures; record test results and make chemical adjustments with assistance.
Operate the APC system with guidance and adjust it so performance is equal to or slightly above the facility average.
Work with maintenance to troubleshoot problems and assess probable causes with assistance from the Plant Operator.
Maintain clean, neat, orderly, and safe work areas.
Complete Corporate and Plant Training Programs within prescribed time frames.
Promote a positive work environment through constructive communication with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.
Work overtime during planned or unplanned maintenance when required, and cover vacancies and callouts to support plant operations.