Utility Operator- Power Plant

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About the role
As a Utility Operator, you will be responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of the ash handling and metal recovery equipment in the Residue Storage and Processing Building area. In this role, you will perform routine operations and inspections of the residue and metal recovery equipment.
Position Responsibilities:

• Daily operation of the bottom ash transfer conveyors, ash silos, fly ash transfer screws, pugmills, ferrous magnet, ECS conveyor and associated equipment.
• Perform daily routine inspections of assigned equipment and fill out daily log sheets.
• Participate in boiler cleanings.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment related to ash removal and conditioning and an orderly clean work area.
• Perform lockout and tag out of equipment in support of maintenance activities.
• Complete scheduled assigned Operator Qualifications Standards.
• Drive mobile equipment such as forklifts.

Position Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Work in close quarters and confined spaces.
• Climb ladders and structures.
• Tolerate heights, high temperatures, and work outside.
• Can frequently lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Have the ability to don and wear a negative pressure respirator in accordance with OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.134.
• Employee is frequently required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands or arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for extended hours.
• Ability to wear Covanta required PPE for the job and the assigned task.
• Specific vision ability required by this job included close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Shift Work :

• This position works on a rotating 12 hour shift including nights, weekends and some holidays. Overtime will be required.

Total Rewards & Compensation:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Day one employee benefits: competitive health insurance options, PTO, retirement savings plan and 401K match

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Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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