Utility Operator
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Jamesville
Posted on: April 18, 2024
Job Description:
Who we areFor more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the
forefront of sustainable materials management, providing companies
and communities world-class waste and resource solutions.Through
our diverse and scalable full-service capabilities, we're leading
the charge to a carbon-negative future-reducing, reusing, recycling
and reimagining waste for the benefit of both people and planet.Our
differentiator comes from our vast ecosystem of technology,
facilities, and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest
organizations to solve their most pressing environmental
challenges, and achieve their most ambitious environmental, social,
and governance (ESG) goals.All that we're missing is you. Join us
today!!Our valuesDiversity, inclusivity, engagement-these are the
values that help us foster a strong sense of community within
Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives, and
experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that
embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue, and provides
opportunities for growth.About the roleAs a Utility Operator, you
will be responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of the
ash handling and metal recovery equipment in the Residue Storage
and Processing Building area. In this role, you will perform
routine operations and inspections of the residue and metal
recovery equipment.Key Responsibilities:
- Daily operation of the bottom ash transfer conveyors, ash
silos, fly ash transfer screws, pugmills, ferrous magnet, ECS
conveyor and associated equipment.
- Perform daily routine inspections of assigned equipment and
fill out daily log sheets.
- Participate in boiler cleanings.
- Maintain cleanliness of equipment related to ash removal and
conditioning and an orderly clean work area.
- Perform lockout and tag out of equipment in support of
maintenance activities.
- Complete scheduled assigned Operator Qualifications
Standards.
- Drive mobile equipment such as forklifts. Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.Physical Demands:
- Work in close quarters and confined spaces.
- Climb ladders and structures.
- Tolerate heights, high temperatures, and work outside.
- Can frequently lift and carry 50 lbs.
- Have the ability to don and wear a respirator in accordance
with OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.134.
- Employee is frequently required to stand, use hands to finger,
handle, or feel and reach with hands or arms. The employee is
occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel,
crouch, or crawl for extended hours.
- Ability to wear Covanta required PPE for the job and the
assigned task.
- Specific vision ability required by this job included close
vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The duties of the
Utility Operator includes the upkeep, maintenance & operation of
plant equipment. Responsibilities consist of operating various
Mobile Equipment, including Front End Loaders, Fork Trucks and Skid
Steers, and the cleaning, grounds keeping, and light maintenance of
facility wide equipment.Position Requirements: The Utility Operator
will work under the direction of the Shift Supervisors or the Lead
Utiliy Operator.Assignments will include, but are not limited to PM
maintenance tasks, assist with and perform minor equipment repair
work, perform cleanup work, and the operation of mobile equipment
and various other tasks. Candidate must have good mechanical
aptitude and a High School Diploma or equivalent.Related
military/technical training and/or previous power or industrial
experience is a plus.Physical strength to lift 50 pounds and carry
it a distance of 100 yards. Ability to climb ladder and work in
overhead positions requiring harness and safety line. Mechanical
aptitude to use hand tools to do minor maintenance.What Covanta
Offers You:
- Health Care Benefits - start 1st 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 BonusThis position's expected hourly pay rate
is $24.50 - $26.00.This is a good-faith estimate of what we expect
to pay for this position. The final salary will consider various
factors, including experience, ability, and location. Covanta is
committed to paying its staff equitably, and these ranges should
not be considered career salary limits or caps.Our DEI
CommitmentCovanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed
an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate
against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity,
disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental,
and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for
service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other
characteristic protected by law. Know Your Rights ()Please note
that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the
applicant's experience or skills.If you are an individual with a
disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable
accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to
access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your
disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to
Covanta.com and clicking on the 'Contact Us' button. Under
Inquires, select 'Careers' in the Interest field, fill out all
required fields including your message. In the message section,
please note this is a 'Job Application Accommodation Request'.
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Syracuse , Utility Operator, Other , Jamesville, New York
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