Covanta

Fuel Operations Shift Supervisor

Covanta$97K — $134K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
  • Completion of facility Qualifying Standards for Operations Fuel Supervisor and technical training
  • Knowledge of safety programs (Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Hot Work)
  • Ability to interpret process flow diagrams and technical manuals
  • Strong leadership and communication skills to motivate teams
  • Familiarity with maintenance management systems
  • Prior supervisory experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Review daily production goals and operating schedules
  • Conduct routine plant rounds for safety and efficiency
  • Manage fuel quality compliance
  • Ensure operations follow company policies and best practices
  • Serve as Fuel Control Line Authority and prepare Work Clearance Permits
  • Collaborate with supervisors on operational priorities
  • Lead daily safety meetings with shift personnel

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan with up to 7% company match
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • EAP and paid parental leave
  • Educational assistance and support for employee development
Full Job Description
About the role

The Fuel Operations Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of fuel plant activities during assigned shifts, with a primary focus on evening operations. This role oversees fuel-side operations and assigned personnel while supporting shredder and tipping floor production objectives. The Fuel Operations Supervisor works closely with operations and maintenance teams to ensure reliable plant performance during normal operations as well as planned and unplanned downtime.

This position reports to the Fuel Superintendent and Operations Superintendent, with the Shift Supervisor retaining ultimate decision-making authority regarding overall operational priorities.

Based on business needs and staffing levels at the time of hire, this role will work a rotating schedule that includes nights and days to support a seven-day operation, following successful completion of required training.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review daily production goals, fuel-side conditions, and operating schedules
  • Conduct routine plant rounds to monitor shredders and associated equipment for safe and efficient operation
  • Manage fuel quality to ensure compliance with plant and operational requirements
  • Ensure fuel-side operations are performed in accordance with company policies, procedures, and best practices
  • Serve as Fuel Control Line Authority (CLA) and prepare Work Clearance Permits
  • Collaborate with the Shift Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Fuel Superintendent, and Operations Superintendent to align on daily operational priorities
  • Oversee housekeeping activities, shredder hammer turns, and hammer changes
  • Monitor shift relief transitions to ensure continuity of operations
  • Review service requests prior to entry and execution
  • Review operator logs for accuracy, completeness, and operational insight
  • Utilize the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to review equipment history and manage corrective and preventive maintenance work orders
  • Lead daily safety meetings with assigned shift personnel
  • Conduct operator training and support workforce development initiatives
  • Supervise rail tipper operations, tipping floor operations, shredding operations, maintenance activities, and metals processing

Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Directly supervise approximately 7 to 14 employees
  • Plan, assign, and direct daily work activities to meet operational priorities
  • Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to assigned personnel
  • Evaluate employee performance and administer recognition or corrective action as appropriate
  • Address employee concerns and resolve operational or personnel issues in accordance with company policy and applicable regulations


Qualifications

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Requirements
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. from a State Department of Education-recognized institution
  • Successful completion of facility Qualifying Standards for Operations Fuel Supervisor and all required technical training
  • Ability to read, understand, and apply company safety programs and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, and Hot Work
  • Ability to interpret process flow diagrams, blueprints, technical manuals, and written and verbal instructions
  • Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead frontline teams
  • Working knowledge of maintenance management systems for scheduling preventive maintenance, submitting work orders, and managing equipment history
  • Prior supervisory experience is preferred


Other Duties
  • Perform the duties of other supervisory positions as needed to provide coverage during absences, vacations, or staffing needs


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: $97,481.00 - $134,010.00

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
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