Utility Operator

Utility Operator

Location:

North Andover, Massachusetts, United States

Type:
Full-time

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a Utility Operator to operate and inspect power plant systems under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor and Control Room Operator.

• Operate and inspect equipment in accordance with established plant operating procedures.
• Monitor and inspect boiler plant auxiliary equipment including pumps, motors, fans, dampers, air compressors, valves, mixers, conveyors, and electrical devices.
• Read and interpret data from meters, gauges, etc., to identify and report equipment malfunctions or trends indicating abnormal operating conditions or emergencies.
• Perform sampling, ash sampling, and treatment of water as assigned.
• Monitor air pollution control equipment.
• Maintain work areas clean, orderly, and safe.
• Operate refuse cranes if required, including maintaining correct levels of refuse‑fuel into the furnace, mixing refuse in the pit, and maintaining a fire watch over the pit and associated areas.
• Work extensive overtime hours during planned and unplanned maintenance as needed.
• Maintain a positive work environment through respectful communication with customers, clients, vendors, co‑workers, and management.

Experience and Education

• Three or more months of related experience and/or training.
• Mechanical skills sufficient for tasks such as replacement of shear pins, valve repacking, and equipment inspections.
• Knowledge and skills to operate power plant auxiliary equipment such as air compressors, dryers, hydraulic power units, forced draft fans, pumps, spray dryers, absorbers, and lime slakers.
• Ability to work overtime and rotating shifts.

Licensing

• Requirement to hold a Massachusetts 2nd Fireman’s and Massachusetts Hoisting License, or ability to obtain these licenses within 9 months of hire.

Stand, sit, walk, reach, climb and walk on heights >4 ft, stoop, kneel, bend, push, pull, crawl, ascend and descend stairs and ladders, lift 50 lbs, operate 1.5‑inch fire hose, operate fire extinguishing equipment, access confined spaces and pressure vessels.

Work in a noisy environment.

• Negative and positive pressure respirator
• Self‑contained breathing apparatus
• Hard hat
• Approved safety shoes
• Eye protection
• Rubber suit and gloves
• Chemical resistant suit
• Approved hearing protection
• Gloves and safety harness

• Industry‑leading benefits
• Multiple and flexible medical plans
• Floating holidays
• Strong 401(k) program with company match
• College loan reimbursement
• Parental leave program
• Inclusive culture
• Employee engagement events
• Employee resource groups

$32–$37 per hour

WIN Waste Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.