Steam Plant/Boiler Equipment Operator - Fitchburg, MA
About The Position
NE Renewable Power is comprised of 5 Biomass electric generating power stations located in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. These stations are vital in providing locally sourced renewable energy to New England. Sprague, with over 150 years of energy operating experience, is seeking a Boiler Operator/Equipment Operator for their Fitchburg, MA facility. Sprague is a company founded in 1870 that focuses on a collaborative, customer-centric approach to delivering energy products and services in the Northeast. They value innovation, safety, integrity, and their people, recognizing that employees are key to their success across more than 20 locations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Massachusetts 2nd Class Fireman's License or willing to obtain license within 6 months of start date
- Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
- Basic computer skills
- Must be physically capable of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to hard hats, safety glasses, half and full-face respirators respirator air masks (tight seal), ear protection, fall protection equipment, and other equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties.
- Ability to hear and understand audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of equipment.
- Capable of frequently standing, walking, balancing, sitting, climbing (ladders, stairs, ramps, catwalks), kneeling, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, lifting (min. 50lbs), feeling, talking, and hearing
- Perform repetitive motions as required.
- Have eyesight corrected at 20/40 to accurately read and interpret instruments, gauges, manuals, etc.
- Must be physically capable of performing demanding work at various heights and in adverse conditions during operations, shutdowns, and in fire/emergency activities.
- All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, motor vehicle verification, and background check. Post-employment screenings include annual audiogram and respirator fit testing (tight seal).
Responsibilities
- Report equipment problems that jeopardize plant operations or safety to the unit supervisor.
- Ensure that plant operating logs are kept current; inform plant management of equipment in need of repair, or conditions out of normal.
- Operate auxiliary equipment; start/stop equipment; open/close valves; clean/operate demineralizers; test/treat boiler and cooling tower water as directed.
- Perform maintenance tasks as directed.
- Operate wood yard equipment and computer system as needed.
- Clean designated work areas utilizing brooms, mops, and buffers.
- Act as a team member with all employees; comply with all NE Renewable Power policies and procedures.
- Carry out other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Retirement contributions start on your first day
- 401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with employer match of 100% of the first 6% of the employee’s contribution
- Defined Contribution Plan with an automatic 2.6% contribution from Sprague
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Tuition reimbursement
- Choice of high deductible and PPO Health Plans to fit your individual needs
- Wellness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
