Steam Plant Operator (Boiler) - Springfield, NH
About The Position
NE Renewable Power operates 5 Biomass electric generating power stations in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts, supplying locally sourced renewable energy to New England. Sprague, with over 150 years of energy operating experience, is hiring a Steam Plant Operator for the Springfield, NH location. Sprague is a collaborative, customer-centric company founded in 1870, valuing innovation, safety, integrity, and people. The company operates across 20+ locations and emphasizes the importance of its employees. This role assists the shift Unit Supervisor at an 18 MW wood-fired biomass power plant. Operators are responsible for the operation and maintenance of the steam boiler and auxiliary steam equipment. Overtime, night shifts, and relief work are often required due to the plant's 24/7 operation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have a Valid driver's license
- Basic computer skills
- Successful completion of applicable Pre-Employment drug testing and formal background checks.
- Mechanical abilities
- 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.
- Must be physically capable of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to half and full-face respirators, fall protection equipment, hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, etc.
- Ability to pass a respirator physical and respirator fit test (if applicable).
- Ability to meet the highest attendance requirements.
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 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
