Utility Operator

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operations of assigned equipment in accordance with established plant operating procedures
• Monitor and inspect various boiler plant auxiliary equipment including pumps, motors, fans, dampers, air compressors, valves, mixers, conveyors, and electrical devices
• Accurately read and interpret data from meters, gauges, etc to identify and report equipment malfunctions or trends which indicate abnormal operating conditions or emergency situations
• Maintains work areas in a clean, orderly, and safe manner
• Operate mobile equipment at times Bobcat, steer loader and forklift
• May be required to work extensive overtime hours during planned and un-planned maintenance
• May be required to work in areas under adverse conditions that may require the donning and use of personal protective equipment
• Operate refuse cranes may be required, to include maintaining correct levels of refuse-fuel into the furnace, mixing refuse in the pit, and maintaining a fire watch over the pit and associated areas
• Operate fire extinguishing equipment ranging from handheld extinguishers to 200 lb portable units
• Access confined spaces and pressure vessels through standard 12" by 16" manways

Requirements

• Three or more months related experience and/or training
• Mechanical skills sufficient to perform such tasks as replacement of shear pins, valve repacking, and equipment inspections
• Knowledge and skills to operate power plant auxiliary equipment, such as air compressors and dryers, hydraulic power units, forced draft fans, pumps, spray dryer and absorbers, and lime slakers
• Ability to work overtime and rotating shifts

Qualifications

• Licensing for the State of Massachusetts, there is a requirement for the Utility Operator to hold a Massachusetts 2nd Fireman's and Massachusetts Hoisting License, or ability to obtain these licenses within 9 months of hire

Skills

• Ability to work in adverse conditions that may require the donning and use of personal protective equipment
• Knowledge of fire suppression techniques and equipment
• Ability to operate various types of heavy machinery and equipment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Industry leading benefits
• Multiple and flexible medical plans
• Outstanding PTO program
• Floating Holidays
• Strong 401k program and company match
• Tuition reimbursement plan
• College loan reimbursement
• College scholarship program for dependents
• Parental Leave Program
• Inclusive culture
• Employee engagement events
• Employee resource groups