Covanta

Auxiliary Operator

Covanta$72K — $96K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 2-3 years’ experience operating a boiler and heavy industrial equipment with some maintenance
  • Experience with chemistry testing is a plus
  • Ability to work a rotating shift schedule

Responsibilities

  • Operate and inspect power plant systems according to safety procedures
  • Monitor and inspect boiler plant auxiliary equipment
  • Read and interpret data from meters and gauges
  • Monitor air pollution control equipment
  • Perform material sampling and chemistry testing
  • Safely operate heavy industrial mobile equipment
  • Maintain correct levels of refuse-fuel in operational equipment

Benefits

  • Health Care Benefits starting on the first day of employment
  • Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
  • 401k with up to 7% match
  • Paid Time Off including Vacation & Holiday
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Bonus
Full Job Description
About the role

As anAuxiliary Operator, you will work in collaboration with our facility control room to operate and inspect various power plant systems safely and efficiently to ensure the operational effectiveness of Reworld's industrial disposal process. 
Position Responsibilities:
  • Operate and inspect power plant systems in accordance with safety operating procedures, systems include, but are not exclusively limited to boilers, air pollution control systems, ash systems, and heavy industrial equipment
  • Monitor and inspect various boiler plant auxiliary equipment, including pumps, motors, fans, dampers, air compressors, valves, mixers, conveyors, turbine generators and electrical devices
  • Read and interpret data from meters, gauges, and industrial measuring tools to identify trends and/or potential equipment disruptions that impact facility operations
  • Monitor air pollution control equipment
  • Perform various types of material sampling, chemistry testing, and treatment of water, as required
  • Safely operate heavy industrial mobile equipment, such as: cranes, skid steers, loaders, and forklifts
  • Responsible to maintain correct levels of refuse-fuel in operations equipment, and ensure appropriate refuse mix in designated pits and areas of operations
  • Additional duties as assigned to ensure safe and efficient facility operations
Position Requirements & Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience operating a boiler, heavy industrial equipment some maintenance
  • Experience with chemistry testing a plus
  • Must have the ability to work a rotating shift schedule

Shift:

  • Rotating 12 hours days/nights and additional overtime as needed/during outages. 5 on, 2 off, 2 on, 5 off. 5 am to 5 pm and 5 pm to 5 am

Physical Demands of the Role
  • Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
  • Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
  • Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
  • Qualify to wear a full-face respirator 
  • Consistently work in various weather conditions
What Reworld Offers You:
  • Health Care Benefits - start first day of employment.
  • Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
  • 401k - match up to 7%
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Bonus

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

 

Pay Transparency


Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

  

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 34.62 - 46.06 USD per hour

 

Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

 

About Covanta

Covanta is a world leader in providing sustainable waste and energy solutions. The company's mission is to provide sustainable waste and energy solutions to ensure a cleaner, safer, and healthier future for communities worldwide. Covanta operates over 40 facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, and has a workforce of over 4,000 employees. The company's waste-to-energy facilities convert non-recyclable waste into clean, renewable energy, while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing safe and reliable waste disposal services. Covanta also provides comprehensive industrial material management services, including waste management, recycling, and environmental consulting services.
Learn more about Covanta
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$28 million
Founded
1991
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$1.9 billion
NASDAQ

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