Plant Operator

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Operate thermal plant controls and equipment in a safe and efficient manner compliant to all local, state, and federal permits requirements.
• Continuously monitor facility operations and make adjustments as required to achieve optimal performance specifications.
• Perform and document daily operations, safety, and equipment condition checks.
• Inspect the condition of the machinery/facility components, and communicate items in need of repair or service to the maintenance staff.
• Absorb and assist maintenance staff with necessary repairs, as needed.
• Work independently in a safe and efficient manner and to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment, including cleaning equipment as scheduled or necessary.
• Promptly report any incidents, injuries or safety concerns to management.
• Adhere to and abide by Clean Earth safety and security policies and procedures (e.g.Cardinal Rules, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), etc.).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.
• Trade school graduates encouraged to apply.
• Experience 2 years of experience performing equipment troubleshooting/repair of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and/or combustion systems.
• Experience operating and monitoring computerized plant processing equipment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages).
• Ability to constantly monitor complex digitalized data on a computer screen for extended periods of time.
• Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Must be dependable, conscientious, detail-oriented, and have a safety-first attitude.
• Ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and/or coworkers.
• Experience using basic hand tools and/or power tools to assist with completing repairs.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting mechanical and electrical problems.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and combustion systems.
• Knowledge of equipment inspection, preventative maintenance, and cleaning standards.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, manuals, and regulatory permits.
• Willingness and ability to wear company-issued personal protection equipment including eye protection, foot protection, hard hat, etc.

Additional Information

• Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more.
• In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more.
• In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union

• Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.