Plant Operator Trainee

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Summary

Bering Global Solutions, a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation, is currently seeking a qualified Plant Operator Trainee for the BOS contract in Chesapeake, VA.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• assists one or more workers in the skilled plant operator or maintenance trades by performing specific or general duties such as: scheduled janitorial duties, scheduled tank cleaning using a fire hose or pressure washer, painting, performing planned maintenance and cleaning of plant equipment, performing plant rounds, pulling samples, assisting with laboratory duties, performing laboratory deliveries, operation of a sludge press, general grounds work when required, picking up deliveries, keeping operators supplied with materials and tools, cleaning work areas, machines, and equipment being serviced;
  
  assisting operators by holding materials or tools; and performing other unskilled tasks as directed by operators. The kind of work the helper is permitted to perform varies from trade to trade. In some trades the helper is confined to supplying, lifting, and holding materials and tools, and cleaning working areas and in others, the worker is permitted to perform specialized machine operations, or parts of a trade that are also performed by workers on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to qualify, apply and take required licensing tests advancing to operator status following the required timeline set by Bering Global Solutions, all required licensing can be achieved in 2 years. Must be willing to work the assigned shifts and study approved material during down time with the operator’s approval. Advancement to operator status is a requirement and failure to do so in a timely manner can result in termination.

• assists one or more workers in the skilled plant operator or maintenance trades by performing specific or general duties such as: scheduled janitorial duties, scheduled tank cleaning using a fire hose or pressure washer, painting, performing planned maintenance and cleaning of plant equipment, performing plant rounds, pulling samples, assisting with laboratory duties, performing laboratory deliveries, operation of a sludge press, general grounds work when required, picking up deliveries, keeping operators supplied with materials and tools, cleaning work areas, machines, and equipment being serviced;
  
  assisting operators by holding materials or tools; and performing other unskilled tasks as directed by operators. The kind of work the helper is permitted to perform varies from trade to trade. In some trades the helper is confined to supplying, lifting, and holding materials and tools, and cleaning working areas and in others, the worker is permitted to perform specialized machine operations, or parts of a trade that are also performed by workers on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to qualify, apply and take required licensing tests advancing to operator status following the required timeline set by Bering Global Solutions, all required licensing can be achieved in 2 years. Must be willing to work the assigned shifts and study approved material during down time with the operator’s approval. Advancement to operator status is a requirement and failure to do so in a timely manner can result in termination.

• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must have a valid driver’s license and transportation
• You should possess basic tools needed to perform maintenance
• High school education or equivalent
• Must be able to pass drug screening
• 3-5 years of experience in maintenance and repairs.
• Must be willing to work a rotating schedule requiring shift work.
• Must be willing to work scheduled holidays and possible overtime if required.

• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced…