Relief Operator

Position : Relief OperatorRequisition ID: : 24-903WIN Waste Innovations is a waste management company committed to delivering essential waste management solutions to customers and communities supported by our team of 2,100 employees. We believe in preserving our environment for future generations while providing for today's needs. WIN Waste Innovations is a vertically integrated business with a platform of 50 strategically located collection, transfer and disposal assets. These include waste-to-energy facilities, transfer stations, ash monofills, landfills, and fleets of rail cars and collection vehicles. We process more than 11 million tons of waste annually, converting 6.7 million tons of waste into clean, renewable energy that powers 340,000 homes. We recycle more than 234,000 tons of plastic, paper and metals from the waste stream.WIN Waste Innovations is currently looking for a Relief Operator to monitor and control boilers, turbine, and auxiliary plant equipment from all areas of the facility to maintain safe, efficient and continuous plant operation.Essential Functions:

Maintains safe and efficient boiler operation including maintaining productive boiler combustion, maximize generation, manage in-plant power consumption, operates facility within all applicable permits.

Monitors plant operational and emissions data; detects and responds to changing conditions with regard to maximizing plant safety and efficiency.

Coordinates and directs all subordinates as required.

Oversees the operation of plant equipment for local monitoring for safe operation. Works with maintenance to troubleshoot problems and ascertains probable cause.

Reads meters and gauges or automatic recording devices at specified intervals to verify operating conditions. Records data such as temperature of equipment, hours of operation, fuel consumed, temperature or pressure, water levels, analysis of flue gases, voltage load and generator balance.

Adjusts manual controls or overrides automatic controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges, switch to backup equipment or systems, or to shut down equipment. Visually inspects equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.

Maintains equipment by tightening fittings, repacking bearings, replacing packing glands, gaskets, valves, recorders, and gauges, and cleaning or replacing burners or other components.

May be required to oil and lubricate equipment.

Records operation and maintenance actions taken during shift in operator's logbook.

Follows standard safety procedures, correct safety and environmental hazards, and report them to the Shift Supervisor immediately. Reads, understands, and applies information such as, lockout/tagout procedures, safety rules, job hazard analyses, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Works rotating shifts as required.

Communicates clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing; as well as communicates clearly whether using in-situ intercom system, two-way radio or face to face.

Anticipates typical problems, identifies potential or recurring problems, and takes appropriate action. Troubleshoots equipment and assists in diagnosing problem areas.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

For all Massachusetts facility's, a 2nd Class Engineers license is required.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.

Two years working in power plant environment; or 5 years related experience or training in power plant environment.

Mechanical skills sufficient to perform such tasks as replacement of shear pins, valve repacking, and equipment inspections.

Skills, experience, and knowledge sufficient to acquire ASME QRO Provisional license.

Math skills sufficient to complete required job functions.

Knowledge and understanding of the operation and control of a steam generating power plant.

Work Environment:Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Noise in work environment

Physical Demand:

Stand

Sit for prolonged periods of time

Walk

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:Work in areas under adverse conditions that may require the donning and use of personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, the following with average fatigue:

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

At WIN Waste Innovations, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.