Covanta

Process Utility Operator

Covanta$69K — $91K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in industrial, utility, or heavy equipment operations preferred.
  • Mechanical aptitude for performing maintenance tasks.
  • Strong safety awareness and compliance with procedures.
  • Willingness to work non-traditional hours and shifts.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment.
  • Capable of handling physical demands of the job, including lifting and climbing.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct steam line and equipment maintenance tasks such as warm-ups and audits.
  • Provide relief for operational roles during absences.
  • Perform hands-on repairs and maintenance of pumps and valves.
  • Lead contractor operations during specialized maintenance tasks.
  • Assist in nighttime repair work as needed, supporting maintenance teams.
  • Train new operators on plant operations and systems.
  • Act as a key safety employee for confined space rescues and entry supervision.

Benefits

  • Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
  • Paid parental leave and vacation time.
  • Paid holidays throughout the year.
Full Job Description
About the role The Process Utility Operator will be responsible for supporting plant operations and maintenance during evening hours. This position requires a strong understanding of plant systems, troubleshooting, and hands-on skills. Primary Responsibilities
  • Conduct steam blows, line warm-ups, and customer steam line startups.
  • Perform weekly steam line walkdowns and quarterly steam trap audits.
  • Provide vacation relief for operations and supervisory roles as assigned.
  • Rebuild and repair primary and secondary sump pumps.
  • Perform monthly and quarterly valve greasing.
  • Complete sootblower preventive maintenance, including packing adjustments and pressure checks.
  • Repair DBA and EFW drum gauge glasses.
  • Clean heat exchangers for building HVAC systems, boiler house, administration buildings, CEMS, and precipitators.
  • Order and install filters for air handling units, cooling fans, and related components.
  • Charge glycol systems for heating and chiller systems to specified gravity levels.
  • Provide shift coverage for absent operators, including roles such as Shift Supervisor, Control Room Operator, Assistant Control Room Operator, Tipping Floor Operator, and occasionally Crane Operator or BEO.
  • Assist maintenance during nighttime repairs that require additional manpower (e.g., roller grate clutch repairs, gearbox replacements, drag repairs, crane repairs).
  • Support operations during plant upsets or tube failures.
  • Lead contractor groups during outages and specialized cleaning (blasting, water wash, condenser cleaning, etc.).
  • Train new operators on plant systems, layout, and operating procedures.
  • Serve as a member of the confined space rescue team and act as a designated entry supervisor.
  • Address and resolve issues reported through Teams on turbine generators.
  • Maintain and replace filters on equipment including Atlas and IR air compressors, TG lube oil systems, generator air filters, cooling fans (ID, OFA, ULCs), crane systems, logic rooms, control rooms, AVRS, 5kV/480V rooms, and HVAC systems for administration and operations areas.
  • Act as a qualified permit technician.
  • Utilize welding, light fabrication, and plumbing skills for minor repairs.
  • Grease A/E main bearings and shear walls twice per week.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the Chief Engineer and/or Shift Supervisor.
Qualifications
  • Prior industrial, utility, or heavy equipment operations experience strongly preferred.
  • Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform minor maintenance.
  • Strong safety awareness and ability to follow compliance procedures.
  • Ability to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and overtime.
  • Willingness to wear required PPE, including a full faced respirator, and work in industrial/dirty environments.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with ability to coordinate across shifts.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work at heights.
  • Ability to work in hot, cold, and dusty environments.
  • Frequent walking, standing, bending, and manual handling of tools/equipment.

In addition to salary, this roleis eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Additional details are available at.

For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

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 Reworlds 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: $69,100.00 - $91,900.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080. Our DEI Commitment

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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