Auxiliary Operator
About The Position
As an Auxiliary Operator, you will work with the facility control room to operate and inspect power plant systems safely and efficiently, supporting the operational effectiveness of Reworld's industrial disposal process. The role involves monitoring plant equipment, reading operational measurements, performing material and water testing, and operating industrial mobile equipment. You will also help maintain appropriate refuse-fuel levels and refuse mixes in designated areas. The position requires a rotating 12-hour day/night shift schedule, with additional overtime as needed and during outages.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of 2–3 years of experience operating a boiler and heavy industrial equipment, with some maintenance experience.
- Ability to work a rotating shift schedule.
- Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
- Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
- Ability to wear a full-face respirator.
- Ability to work consistently in various weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with chemistry testing.
Responsibilities
- Operate and inspect power plant systems according to safety operating procedures, including boilers, air pollution control systems, ash systems, and heavy industrial equipment.
- Monitor and inspect boiler plant auxiliary equipment, including pumps, motors, fans, dampers, air compressors, valves, mixers, conveyors, turbine generators, and electrical devices.
- Read and interpret data from meters, gauges, and industrial measuring tools to identify trends or potential equipment disruptions affecting facility operations.
- Monitor air pollution control equipment.
- Perform material sampling, chemistry testing, and water treatment as required.
- Safely operate heavy industrial mobile equipment, such as cranes, skid steers, loaders, and forklifts.
- Maintain correct refuse-fuel levels in operations equipment and ensure appropriate refuse mixes in designated pits and areas of operations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support safe and efficient facility operations.
Benefits
- Health care benefits starting the first day of employment.
- Wellness program incentives and rewards.
- 401(k) with company match of up to 7%.
- Paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
- Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Medical and prescription drug coverage.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
- Employee assistance program (EAP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
