Control Room Operator

WIN Waste Innovations•Westville, NJ

About The Position

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a confident and enthusiastic Plant Operator to maintain safe, environmentally compliant, and efficient boiler operation. The role supports productive boiler combustion and steam flows while optimizing generation, burnout, in-plant power combustion, and flue gas emissions. The operator monitors plant operations and emissions, responds to changing conditions, and coordinates and trains plant personnel. The position may lead 2–5 employees and may fill in as acting Shift Supervisor when requested. The work includes inspecting equipment during outages and performing physical duties needed to maintain boilers and other plant equipment. It takes place in a plant environment that may be noisy and involve heights, stairs, ladders, uneven or wet surfaces, confined spaces, and adverse conditions requiring personal protective equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

Two years working in a power plant environment as an Assistant Plant Operator (APO) or in a comparable position, or five years of related experience or training in a power plant environment.
Mechanical skills sufficient to perform tasks such as replacing shear pins, repacking valves, and inspecting equipment.
Skills, experience, and knowledge sufficient to acquire an 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.
For Massachusetts facilities, a 2nd Class Engineer's license is required.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including climbing, walking on elevated areas, lifting up to 50 pounds, operating specified fire-response equipment, and accessing confined spaces and pressure vessels.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment, including respirators, a self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing, hearing protection, and a safety harness.

Responsibilities

Monitor plant operational and emissions data.
Detect and respond to changing conditions to maximize plant safety, environmental compliance, and efficiency.
Coordinate, direct, and train Assistant Utility Operators, Utility Operators, Assistant Plant Operators, and other plant personnel as required.
Perform equipment inspections during outages.
Perform physical duties associated with maintaining boilers and other plant equipment as needed.
Maintain a positive work environment through effective interactions and communication with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.
Lead, guide, and direct 2–5 employees to maintain safety and plant operations as needed.
Fill in as acting Shift Supervisor when requested.