Operator

Job Summary

Operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment and performing site work based on accepted company procedures. Duties will include overseeing the loading and unloading of materials, monitoring inventory levels, testing material, conducting routine inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to upholding operational standards to achieve operational targets.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe work habits to help create a zero-injury safety culture
• Maintain communication with utility
• Monitor and record levels of fly ash in silos and place orders as needed
• Pulls samples of fly ash from loads and silos for testing and performs required tests
• Loads trucks, rail cars or barges with fly ash directly from the silo
• Unloads trucks, rail cars, or other deliver system to fill fly ash silos
• Weighs trucks and rail cars and records the information in relevant operating system or production sheet and creates tickets for billing
• Operates all loading equipment for loading trucks and/or rail cars including: water truck, dump truck, vacuum truck, or forklift on site when required
• Operate production equipment including start up and shut down
• Assists in the disposal operation where required
• Performs maintenance on grounds, equipment and facilities as directed
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility
• Report any safety, quality of equipment maintenance items to Supervisor
• Assist with maintenance repairs and projects
• Responds promptly to customer needs
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade
• At least 1 year of experience in a relevant field
• Strong verbal communication skills for conveying instructions, reporting issues, and collaborating with coworkers and supervisors
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
• Manages time effectively and meets productivity standards
• Capacity to deal with problems and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions
• Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion