Utility Operator

Working under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor and the direction of the Control Room Operator, the Utility Operator operates and inspects various power plant systems including boilers and associated equipment.

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
• Perform various sampling, ash sampling, and treatment of water, as assigned
• Monitor air pollution control equipment
• Maintain work areas in a clean, orderly, and safe manner
• Operate mobile equipment including Bobcat, steer loader, and forklift
• Operate refuse cranes as required, including 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
• Work extensive overtime hours during planned and un-planned maintenance
• Maintain a positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with customers, clients, vendors, co-workers, and management

Requirements

• Three or more months of related experience and/or training
• Mechanical skills sufficient to perform tasks such 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
• For the State of Massachusetts, hold a Massachusetts 2nd Fireman's and Massachusetts Hoisting License, or ability to obtain these licenses within 9 months of hire

Work Environment

• Noise in work environment
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job

Physical Demands

• Stand and sit for prolonged periods of time
• Walk and handle tools, equipment, fine motor skills
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb and walk on heights often greater than 4 feet
• Stoop, kneel, bend, push, pull, crawl
• Ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egress situations
• Lift 50 lbs.
• Move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating, and uneven surfaces
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, corrected or otherwise
• Operate a 1.5-inch fire hose operating at 125 psi line pressure to the extent required to extinguish fire
• 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

PPE Required

• Negative pressure respirator
• Positive pressure respirator
• Self-contained breathing apparatus (steel or composite bottle)
• Hardhat
• Approved safety shoes
• Eye protection
• Rubber suit and gloves
• Chemical resistant suit
• Heat resistant outerwear
• Flame resistant outerwear
• Approved hearing protection
• Gloves
• Safety harness

Benefits

• Industry leading benefits with multiple and flexible medical plans
• Outstanding PTO program and floating holidays
• Strong 401k program with company match
• Tuition reimbursement plan
• College loan reimbursement
• College scholarship program for dependents
• Parental Leave Program
• Inclusive culture with employee engagement events and resource groups
• Competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days